Production Facilities Manager

GEA Group; Warminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage sector seeks a dedicated Production Facilities Manager for their Warminster site. The role encompasses overseeing day-to-day operations and managing staff to ensure the efficient running of the production facility. Candidates should possess relevant engineering qualifications and strong leadership experience within a chemical production environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline needed.
• Relevant experience in chemical production is preferred.
• Proven leadership and management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee factory and office operations ensuring smooth manufacturing activities.
• Manage production facility staff, lead, and motivate the team.
• Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Reliability

Education

Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification in Health and Safety

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

GEA is one of the world’s largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Our portfolio includes machinery and plants as well as advanced process technology, components and comprehensive services. Guided by a strong sense of purpose, our more than 18,000 dedicated employees work to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

Responsibilities / Tasks

We are looking for a hands-on and reliable Production Facilities Manager to support and deputise for the Director of Production. This role involves overseeing the factory and office operations and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day manufacturing activities. The role is based full-time at our Warminster site (5 days per week on site)

• Management of the factory and office in the absence of the Director of Production

• Responsibility for all aspects related to the Production area

• Oversee manufacturing and preparation of chemicals for distribution

• General supervision and coordination of production facility staff

• Ongoing learning and familiarisation with all company products

• Purchasing and inventory control of raw materials

• Ensure all operational projects and timescales are delivered as planned

• Lead, develop, and motivate the manufacturing team to meet production targets and manage performance

• Ensure adequate stock levels of all consumables and materials required for production

• Actively contribute to continuous improvement and lean operations, identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve processes

• Facilities management and maintenance of the Warminster site

• Approval of invoice sign off

Key Tasks & Routines:

• Provide management, support, and guidance to the production team, ensuring operational metrics are met to serve customers and support business profitability

• Assist in achieving key manufacturing performance targets

• Support the Director of Production in setting and reviewing KPIs and operational efficiency measures

• Ensure the factory is maintained in a clean, organised, and safe condition

• Execute tasks as per pallet lists provided by the Distribution Manager

• Ensure compliance with QSHE, safety, and hygiene standards

• Report near misses and contribute to health and safety improvements

• Maintain daily communication with the Director of Production, Technical Team, and Distribution Manager to ensure consistent high-quality production

• Ensure all manufacturing processes adhere to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)

• Keep SAP systems up to date with relevant production information

• Support ongoing training and development of production staff

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline, preferably with a focus on Process Engineering.

• Relevant experience in chemical production is preferred.

• Proven leadership and management experience

• Background in a chemical production facility or similar manufacturing environment

• Minimum of IOSH or NEBOSH qualification in Health and Safety

• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments

• Understanding of raw material purchasing and supply chain coordination

• Able to perform and adapt well in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Clear and confident communicator, both verbally and in writing

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and other relevant tools

• Flexible and proactive, with a focus on driving change and achieving operational goals

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly within a team

• Experience using SAP in a production or operations setting (preferred)

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative

• Demonstrates reliability by following instructions accurately and consistently

• Physically fit and capable of manual handling tasks, including lifting heavy items

• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing workloads and priorities

• Effective at managing and motivating small teams to meet targets

• Works well under pressure and meets deadlines consistently

• Forward-thinking and proactive in identifying and addressing issues

• Additional Qualifications

• Forklift Counterbalance Licence – desirable

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