Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Manufacturing Manager
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Manufacturing Manager
Up to £75,000
Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading FMCG manufacturing business in South Wales with the appointment of an experienced Manufacturing Manager. This is a key leadership role within a fast-paced, high-volume production environment, where you will be responsible for driving operational excellence, improving performance, and leading a high-performing manufacturing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious manufacturing leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, brings a strong engineering background, and is passionate about Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
As Manufacturing Manager, you will take full ownership of a core manufacturing function, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production across all operational areas. You will lead and develop a team of Team Leaders, Production Operators, and Quality Inspectors, driving engagement, accountability, and performance across the shop floor.
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Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Warehouse, and wider support functions, you will play a critical role in delivering manufacturing targets and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. The role also offers exposure to wider site leadership activity, with involvement in shaping operational priorities and future manufacturing strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are achieved.
- Manage, coach, and develop Team Leaders, Operators, and Quality personnel.
- Drive continuous improvement activity using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
- Improve productivity, efficiency, OEE, and overall operational performance.
- Lead labor planning and workforce optimization across the function.
- Support development and execution of manufacturing strategy.
- Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and legislation.
- Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Warehouse, and Customer Service teams.
- Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Support maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
- Lead problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes.
- Promote a strong culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
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This is what you'll need:
- Degree qualified in an Engineering discipline is essential, with Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- Proven experience in a Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, or similar leadership role.
- Strong background in high-volume FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing environments.
- Strong leadership and people management capability.
This is what you'll get:
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
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