Plant Manager

Our Client based in Kings Lynn is looking for a Plant Manager to join their business. Our client is a large global organisation that specialises in the Manufacturing sector. The Plant Manager is responsible for managing the operational efficiency of the business and will require previous experience in a similar role. Responsibilities of the Plant Manager role is: · Responsible for the entire Plant product manufacturing operation. · Identify and implement improvements in working practices and utilise modern manufacturing philosophies, techniques and systems that will optimise productivity, cost, quality and output. · Interface with other departments to create efficiencies with quality and delivery and to develop a strong team with a positive attitude within the manufacturing function. · Due diligence when dealing with all personally identifiable information in accordance with current data protection regulations. · Recruitment and Training Production · Active involvement in all weekly Comms meetings · Manage the day to day running of the factory unit. · Produce and maintain a production plan ensuring all sales orders and key stock levels are serviced. Ensure that productivity performance targets and quality performance targets are met/exceeded. · Review and monitor the production plan to ensure lead times are maintained or improved. · Ensure production/cost efficiencies are monitored and controlled and to reduce costs where possible. · Ensure that the Company’s Stock replenishment/Kanban system reflects current production capabilities and results in efficient purchasing and inventory management. · Review current methods of manufacture and to recommend and implement cost reduction and production efficiency improvements where necessary. · Manage and develop both quality and health and safety systems To be considered for the Plant Manager role you must have worked in a similar role previously. You will have experience in volume and small batch production in a semi-automated and manual environment. My client is offering a competitive salary for the Plant Manager position as well as a generous benefits package which includes 25 days holiday. Working hours for the Plant Manager role are Monday to Thursday 7.00am till 15.30pm and Friday 07.00am till 13.00pm. Our vision here at Libra Recruitment is to be the recruiter of choice for both our clients and our candidates. We are forward thinking, passionate and consultative in our approach to recruitment. We have the skills and experience to deliver a professional, tailored and friendly service. Libra Recruitment is an independent agency that focuses on permanent and fixed term recruitment specialising in HR, Sales, Marketing, Office support & Finance. We receive a high volume of applications and are not able to respond to every application we receive. If you haven’t heard from us within 7 days, please note your application hasn’t been successful on this occasion