Plant Manager

Michael Page; Buxton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting on behalf of a leading construction solutions and building materials company for a Plant Manager role based in Buxton. The role oversees grinding, packing and dispatch, with responsibility for safety, quality and performance.

You will lead supervisors, coordinate with maintenance and supply chain, and drive continuous improvement across the cement plant. A strong track record in heavy industry is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong cement manufacturing experience and knowledge of cement processes.
• Proven ability to lead operational teams in heavy industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Experience managing contractors, projects and cross-functional activities.
• Track record of delivering operational and business performance targets.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing operational team with coaching and succession planning.
• Manage daily grinding, packing and dispatch activities to meet customer requirements.
• Drive performance, efficiency, reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with maintenance to plan maintenance activities and shutdowns.
• Manage plant budgets, cost control and expenditure tracking.
• Ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are available for operations.
• Collaborate with quality, logistics, supply chain and commercial teams to optimise performance.
• Support site improvement projects and new product introductions.
• Build relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.
• Report plant performance and production outcomes to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Budget management

Communication

IT literacy

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plant Manager role based in Buxton. Working for a leading construction solutions and building materials company.

Client Details

Our client is a leading construction solutions and building materials company, based in Buxton

Description

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical operational area, leading the safe, efficient and reliable production, storage, packing and dispatch of cement products while driving performance, continuous improvement and operational excellence across the plant.

The Opportunity

You will be responsible for the safe operation of the grinding plant, cement storage facilities, packing plant and dispatch operations. You'll work collaboratively across production, maintenance, quality, supply chain, logistics and commercial teams to ensure customer demand is met while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and operational performance.

Leading a team of supervisors and operational personnel, you'll play a key role in delivering business objectives, developing people and driving a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all company and safety standards.
• Lead and develop a high-performing operational team, providing coaching, support and succession planning.
• Manage daily grinding, packing and dispatch activities to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Drive operational performance, efficiency, reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate closely with maintenance teams to plan and execute maintenance activities and annual shutdowns.
• Manage plant budgets, cost control and expenditure tracking.
• Ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are available to support uninterrupted operations.
• Work collaboratively with quality, logistics, supply chain and commercial teams to optimise performance.
• Support the delivery of site improvement projects and new product introductions.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.
• Report on plant performance and production outcomes to senior management.

Essential Experience

• Strong knowledge of cement manufacturing processes.
• Significant experience within a cement manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of leading operational teams in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Experience managing contractors, projects and cross-functional activities.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver operational and business performance targets.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong leadership and people management capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good commercial awareness and budget management experience.
• IT proficiency, including SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• High attention to detail with a focus on operational excellence.

What You'll Bring

• Passionate about health, safety and continuous improvement.
• A collaborative team player who can build strong working relationships.
• Results driven with a focus on delivering operational excellence.
• An effective communicator who can engage and influence at all levels.
• Adaptable, resilient and capable of leading through change.
• Committed to developing both yourself and those around you.

Job Offer

Competitive salary plus bonus, benefits, and a fantastic long term career plan