Head of Manufacturing

Head of Manufacturing Wirral 70,000 - 85,000 + Company Car + Bonus A well-established UK manufacturer is entering a significant period of investment and operational change and is looking to appoint a Head of Manufacturing to lead the next phase of its development. With a turnover of approximately 35m, continued CAPEX investment and further changes being made across Supply Chain, Quality and HSE, the business is building a stronger operational leadership structure to support its future growth. This isn''t a steady-state manufacturing role. The successful individual will be expected to take ownership of the manufacturing operation, challenge existing ways of working and lead a programme of operational and cultural transformation over the next 18 months. The Role Reporting into the senior leadership team, the Head of Manufacturing will take responsibility for a sizeable manufacturing function incorporating production, engineering and warehouse operations. The site operates multiple aerosol and packaging lines and has recently invested in additional manufacturing equipment. The priority now is ensuring the operation, processes and people develop alongside that investment. You will be responsible for creating a more structured, efficient and performance-led manufacturing environment, with particular focus on Continuous Improvement, TPM, Lean manufacturing and sustainable behavioural change. Key responsibilities will include: Leading the day-to-day manufacturing operation across ..... full job details .....