Plant Manager

ReeVR Talent; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth manufacturing company in Reading is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations. This role involves leading a team of 120 employees, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving efficiency initiatives. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in manufacturing, especially in operations management, and a strong background in Lean methodologies. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of a substantial organization.

Qualifications

• 7 years in manufacturing/production with at least 3 years as a Plant Manager or similar leadership role.
• Proven experience in a business with revenues of 25M or more.
• Strong Lean/Operational Excellence background, Six Sigma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of 120 employees.
• Oversee production, scheduling, inventory, and cost management.
• Drive Lean and OPEX initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Operational Excellence

Team leadership

Cost management

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join a high-growth manufacturing business with annual revenues of over 100M. The company has scaled rapidly over the past 7 years – growing from 15 to 120 people – and is now part of a global organisation.

As Plant Manager, you will take full ownership of operations at their flagship UK facility in Reading, leading production, quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The appointed Plant Manager will oversee a team of 120 and will be pivotal in supporting further growth and expansion.

Key responsibilities for the Plant Manager:

• Lead and motivate 120 employees, including managers and supervisors.
• Oversee production, scheduling, inventory, and cost management.
• Drive Lean and OPEX initiatives as a proactive Plant Manager.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Support business growth and expansion plans as the Plant Manager.

Ideal profile for the Plant Manager:

• 7 years in manufacturing/production with at least 3 years as a Plant Manager, General Manager, Leadership Position.
• Proven experience working in a business with revenues of 25M or more.
• Strong Lean/Operational Excellence background (Six Sigma a plus).
• ERP/MRP systems knowledge (SAP preferred).
• Track record of leading 75 employees in fast-paced environments.

This is a rare opportunity for a results-driven Plant Manager to join an exceptional organisation generating over 100M annually, and to play a central role in its exciting next phase of growth.

Apply today to explore this exciting Plant Manager role in Reading.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Manufacturing and Management