Sectora Group
Head of Manufacturing
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Head of Manufacturing
Dorset | Competitive salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Lead a manufacturing operation that's entering its next phase of growth.
We're supporting the confidential appointment of a Head of Manufacturing for a well-established engineering manufacturer supplying complex, high-value products into demanding global markets.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll take responsibility for Production, Planning, Purchasing, Production Engineering and Continuous Improvement, leading a large operational team and playing a key role in delivering the site's next stage of development.
The business is investing heavily in its facilities, systems and people. As part of that investment, they're looking for an operational leader who enjoys building capability, improving performance and creating an environment where people take ownership and deliver consistently.
The Role
The fundamentals are in place. Your role will be to build on them.
You'll be responsible for:
- Leading production and manufacturing operations.
- Developing and coaching operational leaders.
- Driving performance across safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
- Embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Improving planning, manufacturing flow and operational efficiency.
- Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Commercial and Supply Chain to deliver for customers.
- Supporting the transition into a significant new manufacturing facility over the coming years.
- Contributing as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, helping shape operational strategy across the site.
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The Experience
You'll already be operating in a senior manufacturing leadership role within a complex engineering environment.
You'll understand what it takes to balance customer delivery, operational performance and people leadership.
Experience should include:
- Leading multi-disciplinary manufacturing teams.
- Production, planning and operational management.
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- MRP/ERP systems and production planning.
- Developing managers and building high-performing teams.
- Managing change within an engineering manufacturing environment.
- Working collaboratively across Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain and Commercial functions.
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The Person
This role will suit someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor.
- Someone who asks questions before making decisions.
- Someone who coaches rather than dictates.
- Someone who can challenge standards without creating unnecessary friction.
You'll be ambitious, commercially aware and naturally curious, with the drive to continually improve both operations and people.
Why Join?
The business has clear growth ambitions and significant investment planned over the coming years. The senior leadership team is collaborative, supportive and genuinely committed to improving the business together. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, develop the next generation of operational leaders and leave a lasting impact on the site. For the right person, this is an opportunity to build something rather than simply maintain it.
Location: Dorset (site-based).
Please note: This appointment is being managed on a strictly confidential basis. Applicants are asked not to discuss the opportunity outside of the recruitment process.
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