Andy File Associates are working as a Recruitment Business on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position.
Our client is a well know name within their industry both nationally and internationally. They are looking to increase the their work force due to continued success and are now looking for a 2nd Production Manager to join the team at their production facility in Wakefield.
Summary of role:
• Responsible for manufacturing operations on the Wakefield Site working alongside a second Production Manager
• Responsibility for Health & Safety, quality, target adherence, process adherence.
• Working with the mid-level management team to increase quality and efficiency throughout the plant.
• Driving continuous improvement, innovation and cost reduction.
• Promoting a culture where health and safety is the number 1 priority.
Applicants will need the following attributes and experience to fulfil this role;
Key Responsibilities
• Ensuring adherence throughout the Operation of the Health and Safety policies and working to improve the culture of safety first.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Drive change and operational efficiency across the entire plant.
• Play a significant role in long-term and strategic planning for operations within the plant
• Management of all direct reports to ensure high standards of service and on-going personal development is maintained ensuring direct reports maximise their full potential.
• Working alongside the Quality and Product Management teams to improve product quality and optimise manufacturing cost.
• Overseeing the successful introduction of new products into manufacturing.
Personal attributes
• Honesty, reliability and trustworthiness
• Team oriented
• Experience within pressurised & demanding environments
• Ability to coordinate activities across a large team of people
• Ability to work collaboratively with other functions.
• Effective communication & motivation skills
• Decision making capability
• Proven track record of performance against key performance indicators including quality, delivery and cost
• IT literate with a good knowledge of Excel and ERP / MRP
Education & Qualifications
Educated to graduate level is preferable.
Previous Experience
• Strong experience of manufacturing operations, managing sizable manufacturing facilities of 50+ employees.
• Metal based product manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential
• Experience of successfully leading process improvement using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, Kanban and other tools/methodologies.
Hours of work – Mon to Thursday 7am – 3.30pm, Friday 7am – 2pm
Benefits
Benefits
Holidays – 26 days plus 8 bank holidays
Pension Scheme
Bonus scheme