Plant Manager - Paint

Dennis Eagle UK; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension & life assurance

Health & wellbeing support

Career development

Cycle to Work

Mortgage advice

Job summary

Dennis Eagle UK is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead our Paint production facility in Warwick. The role focuses on safety, quality, cost, delivery and people performance, with 37 hours per week and a salary between £45,000 and £65,000 per year depending on experience.

You will plan production, manage the team, monitor performance and drive improvements while ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing, production or workshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial paint processes, airless paint systems and two-pack coatings.
• Experience with blast and paint booth operations.
• Solid understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Experience managing performance, employee relations and team development.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• A hands-on leader who can motivate teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Relevant management or production qualifications, with experience in a similar role

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the Paint production team to deliver exceptional performance across safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Planning production schedules, resources and labour requirements to maximise productivity and meet customer demand.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency and maintain high-quality standards.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements, including ISO standards and paint process regulations.
• Monitoring operational performance, resolving production challenges and implementing effective recovery plans.
• Managing stock, consumables, equipment maintenance and plant resources to support production targets.
• Coaching, developing and motivating team members to build capability and promote a positive team culture.
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders to deliver business objectives and customer expectations

Skills

Leadership

Production mgmt

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Continuous improvement

Team development

Health & safety

Education

Relevant management or production qualifications

Job description

Role: Plant Manager - Paint

Location: Warwick, CV34 6TE

Hours: 37 hours per week | between 06:30 - 16:00 Monday to Thursday

Salary: Between £45,000 - £65,000 pa DOE

We are looking for an experienced Plant Manager to lead our paint production facility, driving high standards across safety, quality, cost, delivery and people performance.

You will plan production and resources, manage and develop the team, monitor performance, resolve operational issues and lead continuous improvement activities. You will also maintain compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and developing the Paint production team to deliver exceptional performance across safety, quality, cost and delivery.
• Planning production schedules, resources and labour requirements to maximise productivity and meet customer demand.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency and maintain high-quality standards.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements, including ISO standards and paint process regulations.
• Monitoring operational performance, resolving production challenges and implementing effective recovery plans.
• Managing stock, consumables, equipment maintenance and plant resources to support production targets.
• Coaching, developing and motivating team members to build capability and promote a positive team culture.
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders to deliver business objectives and customer expectations.

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing, production or workshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial paint processes, airless paint systems and two-pack coatings.
• Experience with blast and paint booth operations.
• A solid understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Experience managing performance, employee relations and team development.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• A hands-on leader who can motivate teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Relevant management or production qualifications, with experience in a similar role

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees and employees working a 4-day week)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life's important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we're committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions.