Plant Manager - Manufacturing - Glasgow Area

ZipRecruiter; Kirkintilloch; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established manufacturing firm in the Glasgow area is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations. This role requires a strong background in plastics manufacturing and compliance. Responsibilities include managing production, maintenance, and warehouse operations while driving efficiency and team development. A competitive salary and opportunities for growth are offered in this permanent position.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Pension

Life assurance

32 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing operations leadership role.
• Background in plastics, chemical, or process-based manufacturing required.
• Strong knowledge of HSE, quality, and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site operations including production, maintenance, and warehouse teams.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Drive operational excellence and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing operations leadership

Team development

Commercial awareness

HSE compliance

Education

Degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field

Job description

Plant Manager - Manufacturing - Glasgow Area

Overview

An established and growing manufacturing company in the plastics and additive materials industry is looking for a Plant / Operations Manager to oversee its full site operations in the Glasgow area. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a strategic and hands-on role with full responsibility for Production, Maintenance, and Warehousing, as well as Health & Safety, Environmental, and Quality compliance.

We’re looking for a motivated, commercially aware operations leader who can drive efficiency, build strong teams, and lead change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site operations, including production, maintenance, and warehouse teams
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Drive operational excellence and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage resources effectively to meet production targets and strategic goals
• Develop and monitor KPIs to track performance and identify areas for improvement
• Coach, mentor, and lead a team-focused culture
• Support strategic planning and site development in line with business goals
• Stay updated on industry trends and apply best practices in manufacturing

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a manufacturing operations leadership role (e.g., Operations Manager, Plant Manager, Site Manager)
• Background in plastics, chemical, or process-based manufacturing - must
• Strong knowledge of HSE, quality, and environmental compliance
• Hands-on leadership style with excellent team development skills
• Commercial awareness and experience managing KPIs and cost controls
• Degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field

What’s On Offer

• Full-time permanent position, Monday–Friday schedule
• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Private healthcare, pension, life assurance
• 32 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• A collaborative culture and a leadership role with visible impact
• Opportunity to grow with a reputable, well-established business backed by a larger group

This is your chance to take ownership of a key manufacturing site and drive positive change across operations, safety, quality, and team performance.