Senior Plant Manager — Lean & QCD Excellence

Whittan Industrial Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Whittan Industrial Limited in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead the manufacturing operation and ensure safety, efficiency and on-time delivery. You will report to the Chief Operations Officer and be accountable for Quality, Cost and Delivery across Production, Planning, Scheduling, Logistics, Quality and Maintenance.

This senior leadership role requires driving operational excellence, continuous improvement and building a high-performing manufacturing team while

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or degree in manufacturing, engineering or operations management.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the plant management team.
• Drive performance across production, planning, logistics, quality and maintenance.
• Set objectives and performance standards to achieve business goals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Ensure products meet customer and company quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Data-driven decision making

Operational excellence

Budget & cost control

Problem solving

Commercial awareness

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering or Operations Management

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Whittan Industrial Limited in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead the manufacturing operation and ensure safety, efficiency and on-time delivery. You will report to the Chief Operations Officer and be accountable for Quality, Cost and Delivery across Production, Planning, Scheduling, Logistics, Quality and Maintenance.

This senior leadership role requires driving operational excellence, continuous improvement and building a high-performing manufacturing team while