Factory Worker jobs in United Kingdom
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HSE Manager, Manufacturing — Sustainability Leader
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Electrical Maintenance Manager – Manufacturing Plant
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I Holland Ltd.
Production Manager — Lean & Continuous Improvement Lead
E3 Recruitment
Production Manager
Job summary
A leading UK-based manufacturer is seeking a Production Manager (Head of Extrusion Designate) in Bristol. This high-impact role involves overseeing Press Operations, Die Shop, and Packing, managing a team of around 150 people. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a strong background in manufacturing operations. This opportunity offers a clear path to senior leadership in a dynamic company committed to growth and excellence in Health, Safety, and Environmental performance.
Qualifications
- Strong background in manufacturing operations.
- Experience in leadership roles.
- Ability to understand and track KPIs.
Responsibilities
- Oversee Press Operations and Die Shop activities.
- Deputise for the Chief Production Officer.
- Promote Health, Safety, and Environmental performance.
- Contribute to engineering strategy.
Skills
We're partnering with a leading UK-based manufacturer of architectural aluminium systems to find a talented Production Manager ready to step into a senior leadership role.
With nearly 50 years of industry expertise, our client specialises in high-performance windows, doors, roofing, and framing solutions. Their fully integrated operation spans aluminium extrusion, painting, and finishing, delivering end-to-end solutions from design to technical support. Operating from a state-of-the‑year 60,000m² facility, they combine global reach with local expertise.
This newly created position offers a clear path to senior leadership as Head of Extrusions, overseeing Press Operations, Die Shop, and Packing, and leading a team of approximately 150 people.
- Gain a deep understanding of extrusion performance to inform planning and resourcing decisions.
- Deputise for the Chief Production Officer (CPO) in their absence.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, die shop, and packing teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Contribute to the engineering strategy and understand its impact on the department’s P&L.
- Track and act on key KPIs such as productivity, scrap, uptime, and running speeds.
- Support long‑term planning for equipment upgrades and refurbishment.
- Promote the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental performance.
A proactive leader with a strong background in manufacturing operations, ready to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic and growing company.
This is a high‑impact role ideal for someone ready to grow into a key leadership position in manufacturing operations. Join a business with big ambitions and real room to grow your career.
Unfortunately, the client is unable to consider overseas based candidates or anyone requiring visa support in order to work in the UK.
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