Manufacturing Director - SME Manufacturer - Kent

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Director to oversee operations and drive excellence in a fast-growing, niche manufacturing company. This role offers the opportunity to develop into a Managing Director position, providing strong mentorship and support. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing operations, team leadership, and a passion for continuous improvement. Join a stable and well-invested company that values innovation and quality in its processes, and take your career to the next level in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Broader Benefits

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in manufacturing operations and team leadership.
• Ability to inspire and mentor teams in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Develop operational strategies to optimise efficiency and compliance.
• Promote a culture of customer focus and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team Leadership

Lean Processing

Manufacturing Operations

Project Delivery

Mentoring

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Engineering Degree

Job description

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Location:

Kent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Manufacturing

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

• Excellent Manufacturing Director role
• Opportunity to develop into Managing Director role

About Our Client

Due to continued investment, growth, and expansion, an opportunity has become available for a Manufacturing Director responsible for overseeing all manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production, quality control, and cost-effective processes. This role will drive manufacturing excellence through inspiring teams and building a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement across Engineering and Manufacturing departments. It suits an ambitious Operations/Manufacturing leader seeking growth in a fast-growing, niche manufacturing company, with clear opportunities to develop into a Managing Director role. The company is stable, well-invested, and growing, with strong mentoring support from the Managing Director.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop production, engineering, and quality teams (approximately 60 employees), including health and safety responsibilities.
• Develop operational strategies to optimise efficiency and ensure compliance within a safety-critical industry.
• Promote a culture of customer focus and continuous improvement.
• Provide development opportunities through training, skills development, and mentoring.
• Optimise factory layout and operational productivity.
• Participate actively in leadership to foster continuous improvement across the business.

Candidate Requirements

• Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing operations and team leadership.
• Ability to inspire and mentor teams.
• Experience with lean processing and manufacturing process optimisation.
• Project delivery experience, including factory automation.
• Experience in high-precision industries requiring compliance and certifications.
• Knowledge of Safe Management of Manufacturing Operations.
• Located within commuting distance of Kent or willing to relocate.

What We Offer

A competitive salary along with broader benefits and the opportunity to grow within the business.