This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with a strong manufacturing background who can drive performance, develop teams, and ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Location: Elland, Halifax
Shifts: 4 on / 4 off (Continental Shift Pattern)
Salary: £45,000
Key Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day shift operations, ensuring production targets and KPIs are achieved.
* Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams.
* Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality, and housekeeping.
* Drive continuous improvement using Lean manufacturing tools such as 5S, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis.
* Monitor inventory, stock control, and WMS/NetSuite transactions.
* Ensure SOPs and training records are maintained and up to date.
* Work closely with Engineering, Quality, H&S, and HR teams to resolve operational issues.
Requirements
* Previous leadership experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
* Strong people management and communication skills.
* Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
* Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
* Good understanding of health & safety regulations.
* Lean or Six Sigma qualifications are required
The Ideal Candidate
* A confident and decisive leader.
* Resilient and able to perform under pressure.
* Passionate about developing and motivating teams.
* Committed to driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
INDFMCG
Salary description
£13.00 - £45000.00 per year