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Manufacturing Manager

Ref: AS5158027

Oxford, England

£42,000

  • Permanent
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Team Leadership
  • Continuous Improvement

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned manufacturing professional with over ten years of experience in the industry, boasting a strong track record of elevating operational efficiencies. This candidate has successfully contributed to diverse sectors, including consumer goods and chemical manufacturing. Known for a hands-on leadership approach, they excel in mentoring large teams and facilitating productive, safety-focused work environments. Key career highlights include the strategic application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to significantly enhance manufacturing processes and product quality.

Throughout their career, they have been instrumental in implementing innovation within the manufacturing operations, known for pushing the productivity boundaries and ensuring compliance with both safety and quality standards. They come equipped with extensive experience managing large teams, optimising manufacturing workflows, and seamlessly integrating complex ERP systems to bolster data-driven decision-making.

What makes them great?

  • Hands-on leadership: Exceptional ability to manage large teams and foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and high performance.
  • Implementation of improvement methodologies: Expert in deploying Lean and Six Sigma techniques that have optimized production processes, contributing to notable achievements like a 20% boost in production efficiency.
  • Compliance and safety emphasis: Dedicated to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance, instrumental in developing SOPs that ensure these standards are met or exceeded.

Areas of expertise

  • Operational efficiency: Proven track record of using Lean methodologies to enhance production efficiency by as much as 20%.
  • Team leadership and training: Adept in managing and mentoring teams of over 30 members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
  • Continuous improvement: Skilled in leading initiatives that have resulted in significant waste reduction and throughput increases, driving better margins and product quality.