At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead transformational change and inspire teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Company: Established manufacturing organisation with a focus on operational improvement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 20% bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Opportunity for significant career growth and to develop high-performing teams.
- Why this job: Make a real impact and shape the future of manufacturing operations.
- Qualifications: Proven senior leadership experience in automated manufacturing and strong change management skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Manufacturing Director
We are supporting a well-established manufacturing organisation in the appointment of a Manufacturing Director to lead the site through an exciting period of transformation, operational improvement and future growth.
This is a significant strategic leadership appointment requiring a genuine change agent someone who can establish a clear vision for the operation, inspire and engage teams at every level, and successfully deliver sustainable transformational change across a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Role
The Manufacturing Director will provide strategic leadership across Manufacturing Operations and Engineering, with key responsibilities including:
- Developing and executing the long-term manufacturing and operational strategy.
- Leading major transformation and change programmes, taking people on the journey and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.
- Providing inspirational leadership to a sizeable manufacturing organisation and developing a high-performing senior leadership team.
- Driving measurable improvements across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, OEE and Productivity.
- Providing strategic direction across Engineering, reliability, CAPEX, automation and future manufacturing capability.
- Building greater accountability, engagement and ownership throughout the operation.
- Working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure manufacturing strategy supports wider business objectives and future growth.
About You
We are looking for an accomplished senior manufacturing leader with a demonstrable track record of transforming operations and delivering results through people.
You will ideally bring
- Director-level or significant senior leadership experience within a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment.
- A proven track record of delivering substantial change, transformation and operational improvement.
- Strong leadership experience spanning both Operations and Engineering.
- Experience developing senior leaders and building high-performing teams.
- Strong Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence credentials.
- The ability to create a compelling vision, secure buy-in and successfully embed cultural change.
- A strategic mindset combined with the ability to translate strategy into measurable operational results.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Director who wants to make a genuine impact, shape the future direction of a major manufacturing operation and lead a significant transformation agenda.
If you are an experienced Manufacturing Director, Operations Director or senior manufacturing leader with a strong Engineering background, please get in touch for a confidential conversation
Manufacturing Director in Cardiff employer: Permanent Futures Limited
Join a leading manufacturing business that prioritises operational excellence and innovation, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact process improvements and organisational growth. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to continuous training and career advancement opportunities, all while working in a collaborative culture that values safety, quality, and efficiency. Located in a thriving industrial area, this role not only promises meaningful work but also the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to sustainable practices.
