Manufacturing Manager - 24/7 Chemical Plant Ops Lead

Listgrove Limited; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Listgrove Limited is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead continuous chemical manufacturing operations across two sites. The role emphasises safe, efficient and reliable production, with a focus on improving quality, productivity and plant performance.

You will work with site leadership and support functions to meet operational objectives while maintaining high safety and compliance standards. The position requires strong people leadership, cross-functional collaboration and a proven track

Qualifications

• Experience leading continuous chemical plant operations.
• Strong SHEQ leadership and regulatory knowledge.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and GMP requirements.
• Ability to manage multi-site production and cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record in continuous improvement and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous manufacturing operations across two locations to ensure safe, efficient production.
• Plan production and allocate resources to optimise throughput and meet delivery timelines.
• Identify downtime, drive improvements, and coordinate maintenance activities.
• Develop shift and day-based teams, ensuring clear accountability and succession planning.
• Promote safety, quality and process improvements, with strong incident investigations and root-cause analysis.

Skills

24/7 operations

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Listgrove Limited is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead continuous chemical manufacturing operations across two sites. The role emphasises safe, efficient and reliable production, with a focus on improving quality, productivity and plant performance.

You will work with site leadership and support functions to meet operational objectives while maintaining high safety and compliance standards. The position requires strong people leadership, cross-functional collaboration and a proven track