Manufacturing Plant Manager – Clydebank, Glasgow 100K PA

Skills Coalition; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization in Clydebank, Glasgow is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Plant Manager to oversee operations at a high-volume site. You will lead a team of 180+ and ensure safety and quality standards are met while driving operational excellence through lean practices. A proven background in managing large operations and strong leadership skills are essential for this career-defining role. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £100,000 plus benefits and a bonus.

Benefits

10% bonus

Benefits

Car

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a large manufacturing plant or operation.
• Strong experience in lean manufacturing and KPI management.
• Hands-on leader with people leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations ensuring SQDC standards are achieved.
• Drive lean initiatives and efficiency improvements.
• Motivate and develop the site team.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

KPI management

People leadership

Operational control

Budget management

Education

Degree qualification

Lean/safety certifications

Job description

Manufacturing Plant Manager – Clydebank, Glasgow 100K PA

This is a remote position. Manufacturing Plant Manager – Clydebank, Glasgow 100K PA On site Full time Not remote

Type: Permanent, full-time career role

Location: Clydebank, Glasgow On site Full time Not remote

Salary: Up to £100,000 + 10% bonus + benefits + car

Start date: ASAP / November 2025

Experienced Manufacturing Plant Manager to take full responsibility for a high-volume manufacturing site in Clydebank, Glasgow. This is a career-defining opportunity for a proven leader to drive operational excellence and lead a workforce of 180+ staff.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Regional Operations Lead, you will oversee day-to-day plant operations while providing strong leadership to managers and frontline staff. The position is hands‑on, combining operational delivery with people management in equal measure.

Your purpose is to embed a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement while delivering measurable performance gains through lean practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations, ensuring Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) standards are consistently achieved.
• Drive lean initiatives, waste reduction, and efficiency improvements across all processes.
• Motivate, mentor, and develop the site team — creating a culture of accountability and engagement.
• Oversee a workforce of 180+ with a strong presence on the shop floor.
• Monitor budgets, costs, and resources with full operational KPI ownership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, logistics, HR, finance) to streamline operations.
• Manage relationships with unions/works councils and ensure effective communication.
• Represent the site in regional initiatives, sharing best practice and contributing to wider improvement programs.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience managing a large manufacturing plant or operation within a multinational, matrix organization.
• Strong track record in lean manufacturing, KPI management, and continuous improvement.
• A hands‑on leader who balances operational control with people leadership.
• Experience managing large teams, ideally in a unionised environment.
• Manufacturing sector background is essential — packaging or print experience is an advantage but not required.
• Degree qualification and lean/safety certifications are a plus but not essential.

Send your CV now.