As a recruiter working on behalf of a client with multiple manufacturing sites across the region, I am seeking an experienced Plant Manager for a hands-on, executive leadership role focused on driving operational excellence.
About the Job
- Directly responsible for manufacturing operations and support functions within the site.
- Emphasis on safety, quality, efficiency, and financial profitability.
- Lead through a culture of performance monitoring, open communication, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure operational success by achieving the organization's mission and objectives.
Qualifications
- Experience: 5+ years leading a manufacturing site or team of 100+ staff in food/bakery operations.
- Education: Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Food Technology, or Baking.
- Certifications:
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Food Safety Level 3 (Intermediate/Supervising)
- HACCP Level 2
Key Responsibilities
- Health & Safety: Ensure full compliance with health and safety standards.
- Quality Control: Minimize food safety and quality complaints using QA, TQM, and audit tools.
- Process Optimization:
- Drive improvements through 5S process and Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Ensure manufacturing cost variances are controlled and improved.
- Production Efficiency:
- Meet site OEE targets.
- Increase units per man-hour and reduce energy/utility usage per saleable tonne.
- Maintenance:
- Lead maintenance for reduced downtime using preventive and predictive techniques.
- Communication: Regularly update teams on KPIs in Safety, Production, Quality, and Maintenance.
Desired Skills and Experience
As a recruiter working on behalf of a leading client with multiple manufacturing sites across the region, I am seeking an experienced Plant Manager. This executive role focuses on overseeing all manufacturing activities within the site, requiring hands-on leadership in ensuring continuous improvements in quality, safety, efficiency, and financial profitability.
This key position will suit a proactive leader with a proven track record in food manufacturing or baking operations, adept at fostering a culture of performance, open communication, and continuous improvement. Candidates should be prepared for a challenging yet rewarding environment, with long hours expected as you work to drive operational excellence and achieve business objectives.
About the Job
As Plant Manager, you'll hold direct responsibility for manufacturing processes and support functions, working closely with cross-functional teams to meet the organization's objectives. Your focus will be on strategic management in areas including safety, quality, customer service, and cost-efficiency, using tools and techniques to advance total quality management and lean manufacturing. This role is essential in supporting the organization's mission and ensuring the site's operational success.
Qualifications
Experience: Minimum 5 years leading a manufacturing site or managing a team of over 100 staff in food or bakery operations.
Education: Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Food Technology, or Baking.
Certifications: IOSH Managing Safely, Food Safety Level 3 (Intermediate/Supervising), and HACCP Level 2.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety: Ensure full adherence to health and safety standards, fostering a safe workplace.
Quality Control: Oversee quality functions to minimize food safety and quality issues using QA, TQM, and audit tools.
Process Optimization: Drive continuous improvement through the 5S process and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Cost Management: Lead initiatives to improve manufacturing cost variances, direct labor efficiency, and reduce operational costs.
Production Efficiency: Achieve site OEE targets, enhance unit output per labor hour, and lower energy and utility usage.
Maintenance: Spearhead maintenance improvements to reduce downtime with preventive and predictive techniques.
Communication: Facilitate regular KPI updates to Safety, Production, Quality, and Maintenance teams.
Key Activities
Deliver the production plan by managing shifts effectively through direct reports.
Implement Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) within operations.
Drive employee performance management and ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards.
Lead initiatives for cost-reduction, productivity, and improved supplier and customer communication.
Ensure production program adherence, audit compliance, and uphold GMP and housekeeping standards.
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on a dynamic manufacturing site and is ideal for leaders committed to operational excellence. If you meet these qualifications and are eager to contribute to a growing company, apply now to join a team dedicated to high standards and continuous improvement.
