Plant Manager

Plant Manager – Permanent



Up to £110K + Bonus, Company Car, Private health care and generous pension contributions



Carlilse



Hours – Days regular, 9am – 5pm (Flexibility required due to nature of the position)



Plant Manager/ Carlisle/ Manufacturing/ CA1/ Permanent



The Recruitment Group are proudly working with a worldwide leader in metal packaging production, focusing on the design and creation of a broad variety of innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions. Our clientele includes some of the most prominent and respected companies globally. This opportunity will offer the right candidate the opportunity to grow and develop your skills within the industry. The right candidate will be innovative, forward thinking and value sustainability.



Company Benefits for a Plant Manager



Up to £110K

20% Bonus

Company Car

Private health care

Generous pension contributions

Responsibilities of the Plant Manager role:



Ensure that the plant is run and managed in a manner that Safety, HR, Environment, Quality, Production, Engineering and Cost Control goals are met

Develop and successfully execute plans to deliver all Plant KPI’s

Plan, organise, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations and allocate resources effectively

Be a driving force in the Safety culture ensuring that all policies and regulations are followed and continuously improved

Lead, mentor, and coach direct reports

Build and maintain a trusting relationship with employees; communicate and regularly feedback on performance expectations

Prepare budgets, RFCs and monitor and explain any plant cost variances

Required Education and Experience:



Degree qualified Mechanical or Industrial Engineer

NVQ level 3 in mechanical / mechatronic engineering

5+ years in a manufacturing plant leadership role as Plant or Production Manager

Experience in metal packaging, automotive or FMCG industries

In-depth knowledge of business and management principles (i.e. budgeting, cost control)

Skills and Competencies:



Previous experience in implementing and using continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, etc.

Knowledge of food safety and other management systems

A natural leader with demonstrated ability to lead, coach, develop and motivate people

Hands-on approach, able to “roll your sleeves up” when required

Strong data and analytical skills

Solid decision-making skills and proactive problem-solving skills

A safety mind-set

Thrives in a continuous improvement culture

Outstanding communication skills, with robust interpersonal and influencing skills

Excellent planning, organisation and time management skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs

Flexible and adaptable, able to manage change

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience, please click ‘apply’ or email your cv to