Interim Manufacturing Manager: Lead Operations & Quality

E3 Recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Manager to take ownership of operations at a Bradford chemical production site on an interim basis. The role is Outside IR35 with an hourly rate of £50-£60 and standard Monday–Friday hours.

You'll lead day-to-day manufacturing, manage the Operations team, drive cost control, safety, quality and ISO compliance, and identify opportunities for process improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Experience leading production in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for day-to-day manufacturing operations and the smooth running of site activities.
• Lead, manage and develop the Operations team, providing clear direction and practical support.
• Ensure production and engineering activities are delivered efficiently and with effective cost control.
• Take the lead on resolving production and engineering issues, including coordinating unusual or non-standard operations.
• Ensure the site consistently meets company requirements and relevant legislation covering quality, health and safety, environmental performance and people.
• Maintain compliance with ISO quality standards, working with the SHEQ Manager.
• Monitor manufacturing output and product quality, introducing corrective actions and improvement initiatives where necessary.
• Champion health and safety across the site, working with the SHE Manager.
• Manage expenditure associated with repairs, equipment renewals and external contractors.
• Collaborate with the Technical Department when required.
• Support business priorities by responding to operational requirements and projects from the Board.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Job description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Manager to take ownership of operations at a Bradford chemical production site on an interim basis. The role is Outside IR35 with an hourly rate of £50-£60 and standard Monday–Friday hours.

You'll lead day-to-day manufacturing, manage the Operations team, drive cost control, safety, quality and ISO compliance, and identify opportunities for process improvement across the site.