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Manufacturing Manager

Employer
Hays
Location
Dundee
Salary
£43000.0 - £48000.0 per annum + plus attractive salary
Closing date
12 Apr 2024
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Job position
Manager
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Job Function
Consultant

Job Details

Manufacturing Team Lead - Dundee
Are you a dynamic, people-focused leader with a passion for operational excellence?

My client is a well-established manufacturer in Dundee seeking a driven and purposeful Manufacturing Leader to join their growing team. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of their engineering & manufacturing process, ensuring they deliver high-quality products within time and budget. You will lead teams across a 24/7 operation, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

* Safety & Quality: Foster a culture of safety by enforcing procedures, conducting audits, and leading safety initiatives.
* M&E : Machine Uptime: Implement preventative maintenance routines and troubleshoot equipment issues to maximise machine availability.
* Production Planning & Scheduling: Translate sales forecasts into actionable production plans, optimising resource allocation and ensuring on-time delivery.
* Performance Management: Drive productivity improvement initiatives, monitor key metrics, and implement corrective actions to maximise efficiency.
* Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of four shift leaders, providing coaching, motivation, and performance feedback.
* Communication & Collaboration: Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, effectively communicate manufacturing priorities, and keep stakeholders informed.
* Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements through data analysis and lean manufacturing principles, use of formal root cause and corrective action tools.

Experience:

* Solid understanding of safety principles and best practices.
* Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Proven record of achieving production targets, managing budgets, and driving efficiency.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
* Excellent communication and people skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders with a small team.
* Experience and understanding of Operational Excellence and the creation and adherence of processes with systemic thinking.
* Data-driven approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
* ERP experience with material transactions and manufacturing processing - Sage, Oracle, or SAP
* Proficient in Office 365 tools, presentation creation and data analysis
* Experience working within a 24/7 shift environment preferred.
* Experience in M&E would be advantageous but not essential.

Benefits:

* Chance to make a real impact on the success and profitability of their business.
* Competitive salary
* Profit related bonus scheme & Contributory pension
* Life assurance & Share incentive plan.
* Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company.
* Collaborative and supportive work environment
* Flexible approach to hours of work within a 24/7 operation

YOU MUST BE A RESIDENT OF THE UK OR HAVE THE CORRECT RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE.

If you are an enthusiastic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building high-performing teams, please contact me on the details below.

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