Senior Group Automation Lead - Multi-Site Food Manufacturing

The Post; Chester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturing group seeks a Group Automation Project Manager to oversee complex automation initiatives across multiple sites. This senior role requires hands-on delivery and strategic thinking, making a significant operational impact. Ideal candidates will have experience in the food industry, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to solve complex operational challenges. The position offers competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

High-profile role with visibility to senior leadership

Qualifications

• Experience in automation projects within food manufacturing.
• Proficiency in managing multi-site projects.
• Ability to influence at all levels within an organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation projects from concept to delivery.
• Coordinate across sites and translate challenges into solutions.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and operational expectations.
• Maintain a pipeline for continuous improvement.

Skills

Automation project delivery

Stakeholder management

Operational problem solving

Strategic thinking

Safety compliance understanding

Job description

A leading UK food manufacturing group seeks a Group Automation Project Manager to oversee complex automation initiatives across multiple sites. This senior role requires hands-on delivery and strategic thinking, making a significant operational impact. Ideal candidates will have experience in the food industry, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to solve complex operational challenges. The position offers competitive salary and professional development opportunities.