Plant Operations Manager

Kintec Global Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Plant Manager to oversee daily plant operations in West Sussex. You will optimize production, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead a team of 75 personnel. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and managerial experience in manufacturing. This position offers an attractive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Generous bonus structure

Private health cover

Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Plant Manager or in a similar managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of business and management principles.
• Experience dealing with unions within the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the plant.
• Optimize production and minimize costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field

Job description

Overview

Operations Plant Manager West Sussex

£85k plus £6k car allowance, generous individual and company bonus private health cover and holidays

September Interviews.

This site is the 2nd globally most profitably and you will be running a site of 75 personnel

Job Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all daily operations of the plant, from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. They develop processes that maximize productivity, quality, safety, and profitability, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day-to-day operations of the plant.
• Increase production, assets capacity, and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards.
• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results.
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions when needed.
• Share a trusting relationship with the workforce and manage and develop plant staff.
• Collect and analyse production and performance data to drive improvements.
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and labour regulations.
• Stay up to date with the latest production management best practices and concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Plant Manager or in a similar managerial role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, and human resources).
• Familiarity with industry-standard equipment and technical expertise.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in the last 5 years dealing with unions is essential
• Work Environment: Primarily on-site in a manufacturing or production facility.
• Requires occasional evening or weekend work depending on production demands.