Job description
Head of Manufacturing
Banbridge
£75,000 - £85,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a high-growth engineering manufacturer as Head of Manufacturing.
This is a senior leadership role offering the chance to shape manufacturing strategy, lead multi-site operations, and drive operational excellence within a fast-scaling business.
The Role
You will take full ownership of the manufacturing function across multiple sites, leading teams to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational involvement, requiring a strong presence across the shop floor and close engagement with production teams.
This is a high-impact role suited to someone from an engineering or manufacturing background who thrives in fast-paced, growth-focused environments and enjoys building high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead and develop multi-site manufacturing operations
- Set clear direction and drive a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
- Build and mentor a strong leadership team including Production Managers and Supervisors
Operational Delivery
- Oversee production planning, capacity, and resource management
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, safely, and to the highest quality standards
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks and operational challenges
Operational Excellence
- Drive efficiency, productivity, and cost control across all sites
- Implement and lead Lean / continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain high standards across health & safety, quality, and compliance
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with planning, quality, commercial, and engineering teams
- Support alignment between manufacturing and wider business objectives
- Engage with senior stakeholders to support business growth and delivery
Continuous Improvement & Growth
- Lead initiatives to scale operations and improve performance
- Drive innovation and implement smarter ways of working
- Embed a culture of ongoing improvement and operational excellence
Requirements
- Proven experience in a senior manufacturing or operations leadership role
- Strong background within engineering or manufacturing environments
- Experience leading multi-site operations and large teams
- Demonstrated success in process improvement and operational efficiency
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and influence teams
- Experience working in fast-paced or high-growth environments
Desirable
- Experience with Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence frameworks
- Experience supporting business growth or scaling operations
Key Skills
- Strong leadership with a hands-on, "boots on the ground" approach
- Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making ability
- Ability to manage complexity and drive results across multiple sites
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a focus on delivery
What's on Offer
- £75,000 - £85,000 salary
- Monday to Friday working pattern with early finish on Fridays
- Opportunity to lead and shape multi-site manufacturing operations
- High-growth business with strong long-term career potential
- Key leadership role with real influence across the organisation
For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact karl.yellop@vanrath.com for a confidential chat today.
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