Plant Manager

wienerberger UK; Horsham; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading building materials company as a Plant Manager at their Warnham site in Horsham. You will drive continuous improvement, lead the team to ensure safety, and manage plant operations effectively. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and various benefits to support your professional growth.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 12%

Private medical cover

Professional growth and training opportunities

Company car/allowance

Pension plan

Flexible benefits offering

Life Assurance

Ability to purchase additional holidays

Qualifications

• Expérience en tant que Plant Manager dans le secteur manufacturier lourd.
• Compétences exceptionnelles en sécurité et en gestion.
• Capacité à gérer le changement et à travailler sous pression.

Responsibilities

• Mettre en œuvre des pratiques optimales de fabrication.
• Fournir un leadership solide en matière de sécurité et de performances.
• Gérer les contrôles de coûts et définir les budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety Awareness

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Degree-level qualification in relevant field

Tools

CMMS/PPM systems

Lean manufacturing tools

Job description

Internationally successful: The Wienerberger Group

Come and join us as a Plant Manager at our Warnham site in Horsham.

wienerberger is a leading international provider of building materials and infrastructure solutions.We improve the quality of life and shape the future of construction.

About The Role

Join our Warnham factory's senior leadership team to drive continuous improvement, develop people, and ensure a safe working environment. Lead by example, setting high standards for safety, production, quality, reliability, and maintenance.

Key Duties

• Implement best practice manufacturing vision and strategy.
• Provide strong leadership in plant operations, health & safety, environmental, and people performance.
• Achieve target volumes, yield, and efficiency.
• Deliver quality and customer service.
• Manage cost controls and set budgets.
• Drive lean and world-class manufacturing (WCM) methodologies.
• Oversee site-wide operational activities.
• Ensure plant reliability and adherence to maintenance schedules.
• Ensure legal compliance across all activities.
• Support product development.
  
  

Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

About You

You are an experienced Plant Manager in heavy industry manufacturing with exceptional Health & Safety awareness and strong managerial, organisational, planning, and leadership skills. You excel in managing change, project management, and working under pressure to meet deadlines.

You Will Also Have

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• NEBOSH Certificate (or IOSH qualification).
• Experience in coaching and mentoring.
• Ability to analyse and use data for decision-making.
• Knowledge of CMMS/PPM systems and plant reliability.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing tools (Green/Black Belt Six Sigma desirable).
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility for occasional travel.
• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  
  

About Our Benefits

• Salary up to £80,000 (depending on experience)
• Annual bonus up to 12%
• Private medical cover (family cover)
• Company car/allowance
• Professional growth, training, and opportunities to hone your skills and knowledge
• Ability to purchase additional holidays
• Company Pension
• SIP ability to become a shareholder via our Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Flexible benefits offering (including health, wellbeing and money saving opportunities)
  
  

So what are you waiting for? Come and join wienerberger as a Plant Manager and start growing your career with us today!

The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.

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