Head of Manufacturing Operations (Plastics/Packaging/Print)

Head of Manufacturing Operations (Plastics/Packaging/Print)

Attractive Salary & Package (Discuss at Interview)

Manchester

Permanent

We are thrilled to be working closely with our client, a globally renowned manufacturing business, recruiting for a Head of Manufacturing Operations, as part of their succession plan as this incredible business heads towards an exciting period of growth and investment.

Your New Role
To support the Managing Director in Tactical implementation and Strategy formation in all operational activities.
Drive continuous improvement throughout warehouse and production operations which will underpin the company's future expectations.
To identify, understand and proactively implement appropriate solutions for operational issues or concerns and communicate them to the appropriate level throughout the business
To forward plan in anticipation of potential issues, whilst ensuring operational KPIs are achieved
To drive the company's safety culture to achieve excellence in safety and environment
To ensure the company achieves and maintains relevant external accreditation for Safety / Quality and Environmental
To seek out opportunities, considering and evaluating risk in order to enhance results, including generating creative solutions to ensure they deliver best-in class while managing operational risk
To deliver effective cost control through budgetary planning and P&L management
To be responsible for Site security and facilities management

Job Accountabilities
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and where applicable design and implement new ones
Take responsibility to develop, lead and coach team, to minimise 'gaps' in staff job specific knowledge; including preparation of succession planning
Control stock inventory using appropriate PI and stock take cycles thereby minimising stock loss and impacts on operational efficiency
Ensure a culture of continuous development is developed and maintained across the business
Deliver and improve department KPIs and take action quickly to ensure acceptable performance levels are achieved within budget and on-time.
Plan, to budget, shift operational requirements including manpower planning
Manage workforce including guidance, coaching, appraisals, training and employee relations to ensure we maximise resources to effectively deliver performance
Integrate departments to ensure the operation runs to maximum efficiency
Integrate and streamline supply chain activities to facilitate accurate forward planning and maximise efficient use of resources
Understand and analyse issues and generate alternative solutions whilst realising the wider implications of their decisions
Respond to changing priorities; balance multiple activities and competing priorities whilst remaining effective in all
Develop, improve and maintain clear and well understood inter-departmental communications within the business
Show ownership of problems and issues through proactive solution identification and determination to deliver the end goal within agreed timescales
Lead by example, taking a "hands on approach to getting the job done", showing a genuine enthusiasm for their role and the company
Be responsible for ensuring the team delivers superior quality of service to meet or exceed customer expectations
Ensure staff maintain an acceptable timekeeping & attendance record, taking action to resolve where required by following employment best practice
Be responsible for personal development
Oversee the planned maintenance of all relevant vehicles / equipment in accordance with the relevant legislation

Your Specific Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Qualifications
Educated to Degree Level or equivalent (Desirable)
FMCG background
IOSH or equivalent (Desirable)

Your Experience
Experience in a senior management role gained in a Production / Distribution / FMCG environment
Experienced in managing companies experiencing rapid growth
Excellent PC knowledge (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Knowledge of using and implementing complex management systems (WMS, ERP etc)
Proven track record of coaching, developing and team building
Experience of Site move/reorganisation/major change a distinct advantage
Experienced in implementing and managing within a framework of ISO accreditation

Skills and Aptitudes
Strong interpersonal skills
Innovative approach to problem solving
Able to work using own initiative
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Flexible
Ability to manage costs
Project Management
Negotiation

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