Plant Manager - Lean, Growth & Ops Leadership

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

Job summary

A global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee production operations in Reading, UK. The role involves driving operational excellence and fostering collaboration among teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years in manufacturing, with strong skills in lean methodologies and leadership. A competitive compensation package is offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

High employer 401K match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in manufacturing/production.
• Minimum 3 years plant management experience with direct supervision of 75+ employees.
• LEAN and Six Sigma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production management and engage with departments to drive solutions.
• Review manufacturing processes for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Develop performance metrics and track manufacturing operation against budget.

Skills

Operational excellence

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Lean methodologies

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field

MBA

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

A global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee production operations in Reading, UK. The role involves driving operational excellence and fostering collaboration among teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years in manufacturing, with strong skills in lean methodologies and leadership. A competitive compensation package is offered.