At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead plant operations and oversee production teams to ensure efficiency and safety.
- Company: Major heavy manufacturing site in East Lothian with a focus on operational excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Flexibility required for occasional night shifts and on-call support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by promoting safety and efficiency in a critical manufacturing role.
- Qualifications: Experience in operational leadership and strong team management skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced operational leader to join a major heavy manufacturing site in East Lothian. The Dayshift Assistant Production Manager plays a critical role in overseeing plant operations and leading teams across the production process, from raw material handling through to dispatch. The successful candidate will ensure operations are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all environmental, regulatory, and operational standards.
While this role primarily operates on a day-shift basis, the site runs a continuous 24/7 operation throughout the year. As such, some flexibility is required, including occasional night working, weekends, bank holidays, and on-call support when necessary. This position is key to maintaining high standards of safety, operational efficiency, reliability, and compliance. The role also requires building strong working relationships across operational and technical teams and includes line management responsibility for shift supervisors.
Key Responsibilities- Promote and maintain a safety-first culture across the site.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, environmental, and operational safety standards.
- Conduct toolbox talks and review isolation procedures regularly.
- Ensure risk assessments and method statements are completed and maintained.
- Carry out regular safety leadership interactions and site inspections.
Dayshift Manager employer: Escape
Join a leading heavy manufacturing site in East Lothian, where we prioritise safety and operational excellence. As a Dayshift Manager, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development, offering opportunities for advancement within a dynamic 24/7 operational environment. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a collaborative team atmosphere, where your leadership will directly contribute to maintaining high standards and fostering strong relationships across various teams.
