About the role
Reporting to the Cylinders Business Unit Director, responsible for manufacturing operations on the Wakefield Site covering stainless and copper products along with distribution centre. This is a £25 million part of the wider Kingspan group and we are looking for a Factory Manager who is skilled at coaching, developing and mentoring the 5 Team leaders under their remit and the wider Wakefield site of 100 people.
About the company
Kingspan Water & Energy, part of the Kingspan Group PLC, strives to be the industry leader in driving global change in the design and manufacture of sustainable ways of storing and protecting water and energy. We provide expert environmental solutions for high performance buildings and infrastructure including: Water Management Solutions, Diesel, Ad Blue, Oil and Agri storage solutions, Hot Water Cylinders, Service and Telemetry.
Key Responsibilities

• Promoting a culture where health and safety is the number one priority.
• Continuously improve product quality and optimise manufacturing cost.
• Support business director in achieving profitability and return on sales targets.
• Champion and drive the teams through your vision to enhance the lean and continuous improvement culture of the business.
• Support commercial growth with reduced lead times, product innovation and competitive product cost.
• Develop and drive a long-term and strategic planning for operations inclusive of capital expenditure plans.
• Continuously develop and grow the operations team to support business growth.
• Change Management - Capable of inspiring others to explore new and innovative solutions to problems and opportunities.
• Leadership - Effective at motivating others to perform their roles efficiently and responsibly, including decision-making.
• Coaching and Development - Skilled in offering guidance and feedback to enhance specific knowledge and skills in others
• Performance Management: Set and drive KPIs for direct reports, ensuring performance is actively reviewed and measured against set budgets and targets. You will also lead factory-wide communications and ensure that key meetings and reviews are happening as needed.

Qualification and experience

• Engineering qualification (HND/ HNC/ Degree level)
• Lean/ Six Sigma experience
• Strong knowledge of operational excellence and continuous improvement techniques.
• A minimum of 5 years’ previous experience in a similar role within manufacturing industry.
• Health and Safety formal qualification (NEBOSH, or equivalent)
• Good analytical skills, numeracy accuracy and attention to detail
• Metal based product manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills
• Team focused with a can do attitude

Benefits include

• Bonus
• 33 Days annual leave
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Career Development with further progression opportunities including group level roles with Informal and Formal training opportunities.
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• Physical Wellbeing Benefits – various gym discounts.
• Online Wellbeing benefits
• Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount

We are an Equal Opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on grounds of religious belief or political opinion. We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Production or Factory Manager to make a real impact within a leading manufacturing business or for somebody looking to take their next step up. If you're ready to take on the challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to continue our journey toward operational excellence and team development!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wakefield: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Management: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 01/11/2024