We are looking for a commercially astute Head of Manufacturing to help drive the next stage of growth for a scaling manufacturing business. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a function at a pivotal point — moving from established production into a more mature, higher‑throughput, and operationally excellent manufacturing operation.
As Head of Manufacturing, you will play a central role in shaping how the business scales, building the systems, processes, and teams required to support increasing demand. You will combine strategic leadership with hands‑on delivery, translating growth ambition into practical, repeatable manufacturing capability. Operating close to the operation while influencing senior decision‑making, this role offers genuine impact, visibility, and the chance to leave a lasting operational legacy.
Head of Manufacturing – Key Responsibilities
Take full accountability for manufacturing performance across output, quality, cost, and delivery
Design, implement, and refine scalable production processes to support increasing demand
Lead production planning, workflow optimisation, and day‑to‑day operational control
Monitor and improve capacity utilisation, identifying and resolving constraints and bottlenecks
Champion continuous improvement through structured problem solving and LEAN methodologies
Establish and maintain effective quality systems, reducing defects and rework
Own manufacturing cost control and support margin improvement through operational insight
Work cross‑functionally with technical, commercial, and support teams to align manufacturing with business objectives
Develop and lead production teams, embedding clear accountability and high standards
Skills & Experience Required as Head of Manufacturing
Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role
Strong background in process design, optimisation, and operational execution
Demonstrated success scaling production in a growing or evolving environment
Solid understanding of LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement methods
Experience implementing or running production systems and performance metrics
Commercially aware, with experience managing cost, efficiency, and productivity
Confident people leader with the ability to build and develop high‑performing teams
Structured, analytical approach with a practical, delivery‑focused mindset
Benefits Package
Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Performance‑related bonus structure
Opportunity to shape and lead the manufacturing function through its next phase of growth
Stable, site‑based role with clear accountability and influence
Supportive, collaborative working environment
Free on‑site parking
If this Head of Manufacturing role sounds like a role that would match your skills and experience, we would love to hear from you and look forward to discussing your application in more detail.
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Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further. INDEEDENG
Salary description
£70000.00 - £85000.00 per year