Manufacturing Manager

SherwinWilliamsUk; Bolton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Manager who is passionate about safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This hands-on leadership role involves driving operational excellence, inspiring the team, and managing production, safety, and performance. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in manufacturing management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a safety-first culture. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing or production management, ideally in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach, and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring safe systems of work and accountability.
• Lead and develop a team to deliver the production plan on time and to spec.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, service, and cost.
• Collaborate with Quality and other departments to resolve issues.
• Manage performance, staffing levels, and development for optimal efficiency.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Leadership skills

Continuous improvement

Job description

Were looking for a dynamic Manufacturing Manager whos passionate about safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This is a hands‑on leadership role where youll be responsible for delivering operational excellence, inspiring your team, and driving results across production, safety, and performance.

What you will be doing...

• Championing a safety-first culture , ensuring safe systems of work and accountability across all levels.
• Leading and developing a team of supervisors and operatives to deliver the production plan on time and to spec .
• Driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, service, and cost.
• Collaborating with Quality and other departments to resolve issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Managing performance, staffing levels, and development to ensure optimal efficiency.
• Using data to monitor KPIs, reduce waste, and improve manufacturing and packaging efficiencies.
• Supporting and coaching team leaders to build a culture of ownership, motivation, and high morale.

What we are looking for...

• Proven experience in manufacturing or production management , ideally in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach, and develop others .

A hands-on approach with a passion for ...