Director of Manufacturing

Director of Manufacturing

Norwich | Executive Package

Lead Manufacturing Excellence

We're seeking an exceptional Director of Manufacturing to lead the strategy, performance and transformation of our manufacturing function.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a large-scale, multi-site manufacturing operation, driving operational excellence while building the capability, culture and systems required to support future growth.

This is a rare opportunity for a proven manufacturing leader to shape the future of a market-leading business and play a key role in its long-term success.

The Role

You will take overall responsibility for manufacturing performance across safety, quality, productivity, cost, delivery and continuous improvement, ensuring our operations are positioned to meet both current and future business demands.

Working closely with Executive and Senior Leadership teams, you will develop and execute a manufacturing strategy that delivers world-class performance, drives efficiency and supports sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver the manufacturing strategy. Lead and develop a high-performing manufacturing leadership team. Drive improvements in productivity, quality, safety, delivery and cost performance. Embed a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Lead business-wide transformation and change initiatives. Ensure strong governance across Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards. Build effective relationships with key stakeholders, including trade union representatives. Use data and insight to drive performance and strategic decision-making.

About You

You are an accomplished manufacturing leader with a track record of leading large, complex operations and delivering measurable improvements in performance.

You bring strategic thinking, commercial acumen and the ability to inspire teams, drive change and deliver results.

We're Looking For:

Significant senior manufacturing leadership experience. Experience leading multi-site and shift-based operations. Proven success in delivering operational and cultural transformation. Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement. Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience working within a unionised manufacturing environment. Manufacturing, Engineering or Operations qualification, or equivalent experience. Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to:

Influence business strategy at Executive level. Lead transformational change across a significant manufacturing operation. Shape the future capability of a market-leading business. Deliver lasting impact on performance, people and growth. Executive Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary Package Annual Bonus Scheme Generous Car Allowance Private Healthcare 33 Days Holiday plus Birthday Off Enhanced Pension, Life Assurance & Income Protection Salary Sacrifice Benefits, including Electric Vehicle Scheme Employee Product Discount Scheme If you're an ambitious manufacturing leader ready to drive performance, transformation and growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company’s value of “Succeed Together” we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the ‘best person for the job’ regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees