Manufacturing Manager

Northwood; Shaw; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer in Shaw seeks a Manufacturing Manager to drive operational excellence and lead high-performing teams across production, continuous improvement, and operations training. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, at least 5 years of production management experience in FMCG, and relevant qualifications. The role offers various benefits including a company pension, life assurance, and extensive discounts.

Benefits

Company pension

Life assurance

Free company products

Discounts on food, retail, and gym

Wellness programmes including EAP

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' Production Management experience within FMCG Manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on approach and commitment to empowering a team.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering significant change projects.

Responsibilities

• Promote and utilise lean manufacturing tools and techniques across the site.
• Liaise closely with Shift Managers to maximise productivity.
• Support training and development of colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Communication

People management

Education

Green Belt or Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt

People management qualifications (ILM/CMI)

Job description

Overview

Ready to lead and succeed in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment? As Manufacturing Manager, you'll drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams across Production, CI and Operations Training, and foster a culture of zero-harm by choice. You'll foster a supportive, high-energy culture across our 24/5 (3-shift operation) setting standards, driving results, and developing our talent every step of the way. At Northwood Hygiene Products, your day begins with a clear focus: leading with humility, embedding a culture of compliance, and zero-harm by choice, and ensuring shifts are well-resourced and ready to roll.

Responsibilities

• Continuous Improvement: promote and utilise lean manufacturing tools and techniques, integrating these across the site.
• Communication: liaise closely with Shift Managers and the CI Manager to maximise productivity, minimise waste, and manage costs from waste control and labour, to materials and consumables.
• Partner with the Engineering Manager to ensure alignment on planned maintenance to keep lines running smoothly.
• Process & People Development: support and promote the training and development of colleagues, enriching knowledge, skills, and capability to ensure a multi-skilled team.
• Support the site in effectively maintaining audit standards relating to BRCGS, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and SMETA Sedex.
• Your progression pathway: occasionally deputise for the Site Manager, gaining direct exposure to broader leadership responsibilities. From overseeing multiple areas including manufacturing, P&L and budgets, and people management, this role will position you well as a candidate for future senior roles within the business.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Free company products
• Free on-site parking
• Food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts
• Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service
• Free early access to pay scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Employee referral scheme

Requirements

• A commercially-minded and people-centred leader, resilient, results-driven, and committed to empowering a team.
• A hands-on approach and willingness to support a busy team
• A improvement-focused growth mindset
• At least 5 years' Production Management experience within FMCG Manufacturing environments
• Green Belt or Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt
• People management qualifications, e.g. ILM/CMI
• Demonstrable experience in delivering a significant change/transformation project
• We\'d love to hear from you if you have experience as a Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager or Operations Manager!

Recruitment Process

Should you be shortlisted, you will receive an email from TalentCentral SHL with an invitation to complete our candidate assessment to accurately evaluate your competencies and skills. If you require any adjustments to complete the online assessment, please get in touch.