Overview of role
Location: Stockport
Salary: Competitive + great benefits
We're looking for a dynamic Manufacturing Front Line Manager who's passionate about people, performance and continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast paced FMCG environment and love bringing out the best in others, this is your chance to lead a high-preforming team and shape the future of our operation.
In this role, you'll be the driving force behind a motivated, empowered and safety-first team, coaching, developing and inspiring individuals to achieve outstanding results. You won't just manage the day-to-day.... you'll cultivate a culture where critical thinking, innovation and constructive challenge are part of who we are.
Key Accountabilities
- Champion a Safety First culture, leading by example and ensuring full compliance with internal policies and procedures.
- Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional performance across cost, service, quality and resource targets.
- Drive high product quality standards using the systems, processes and people around you.
- Help optimise the production plan, ensuring our plants operate at maximum efficiency and is cost effective.
- Identify and support development needs through active coaching, learning logs and growth conversations.
- Encourage teams to challenge the status quo, identifying improvements that enhance manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate cross-functionality to ensure smooth end to end operations and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our bakery infrastructure.
The Right Person
Essential
- At least 3 years experience within a FMCG environment.
- Proven leadership and management experience.
- A track record of driving performance through others.
- A passion for developing talent and fostering a continuous improvement mindset.
Advantageous
- A degree ( or equivalent) in a manufacturing related discipline.
What’s in It for You?
✨ Competitive salary
🌴 Enhanced holiday entitlement
💼 Pension scheme + life assurance (up to 10% matched)
🛍️ Discounts at 500+ retailers (Tesco, M&S, Currys & more)
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme
💬 Employee Assistance Programme
🚗 Free on-site parking