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Grinding & Packing Plant Manager
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- Buxton, Derbyshire
- Permanent
- Full Time
Job Description
Grinding & Packing Plant Manager
Tunstead Cement Plant, Derbyshire
At Tarmac, who you are matters. We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Grinding & Packing Plant Manager to join our Cement & Lime business at Tunstead Cement Plant.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical operational area, leading the safe, efficient and reliable production, storage, packing and dispatch of cement products while driving performance, continuous improvement and operational excellence across the plant.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for the safe operation of the grinding plant, cement storage facilities, packing plant and dispatch operations. You'll work collaboratively across production, maintenance, quality, supply chain, logistics and commercial teams to ensure customer demand is met while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and operational performance.
Leading a team of supervisors and operational personnel, you'll play a key role in delivering business objectives, developing people and driving a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all company and CRH safety standards.
Lead and develop a high-performing operational team, providing coaching, support and succession planning.
Manage daily grinding, packing and dispatch activities to ensure customer requirements are met.
Drive operational performance, efficiency, reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
Coordinate closely with maintenance teams to plan and execute maintenance activities and annual shutdowns.
Manage plant budgets, cost control and expenditure tracking.
Ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are available to support uninterrupted operations.
Work collaboratively with quality, logistics, supply chain and commercial teams to optimise performance.
Support the delivery of site improvement projects and new product introductions.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience
Strong knowledge of cement manufacturing processes.
Significant experience within a cement manufacturing environment.
Proven track record of leading operational teams in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting.
Experience managing contractors, projects and cross-functional activities.
Demonstrated ability to deliver operational and business performance targets.
Skills & Knowledge
Strong leadership and people management capability.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Good commercial awareness and budget management experience.
IT proficiency, including SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
High attention to detail with a focus on operational excellence.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for a proactive and self-motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You'll be:
Passionate about health, safety and continuous improvement.
A collaborative team player who can build strong working relationships.
Results driven with a focus on delivering operational excellence.
An effective communicator who can engage and influence at all levels.
Adaptable, resilient and capable of leading through change.
Committed to developing both yourself and those around you.Why Tarmac
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
Ready to build your future?
Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!
#Tarmac #TarmacCareers
Tarmac Trading Limited
Tunstead Cement Plant, Derbyshire
At Tarmac, who you are matters. We are currently looking for a talented and motivated Grinding & Packing Plant Manager to join our Cement & Lime business at Tunstead Cement Plant.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical operational area, leading the safe, efficient and reliable production, storage, packing and dispatch of cement products while driving performance, continuous improvement and operational excellence across the plant.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Production Manager, you will be responsible for the safe operation of the grinding plant, cement storage facilities, packing plant and dispatch operations. You'll work collaboratively across production, maintenance, quality, supply chain, logistics and commercial teams to ensure customer demand is met while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and operational performance.
Leading a team of supervisors and operational personnel, you'll play a key role in delivering business objectives, developing people and driving a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all company and CRH safety standards.
Lead and develop a high-performing operational team, providing coaching, support and succession planning.
Manage daily grinding, packing and dispatch activities to ensure customer requirements are met.
Drive operational performance, efficiency, reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
Coordinate closely with maintenance teams to plan and execute maintenance activities and annual shutdowns.
Manage plant budgets, cost control and expenditure tracking.
Ensure raw materials and packaging supplies are available to support uninterrupted operations.
Work collaboratively with quality, logistics, supply chain and commercial teams to optimise performance.
Support the delivery of site improvement projects and new product introductions.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience
Strong knowledge of cement manufacturing processes.
Significant experience within a cement manufacturing environment.
Proven track record of leading operational teams in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting.
Experience managing contractors, projects and cross-functional activities.
Demonstrated ability to deliver operational and business performance targets.
Skills & Knowledge
Strong leadership and people management capability.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Good commercial awareness and budget management experience.
IT proficiency, including SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
High attention to detail with a focus on operational excellence.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for a proactive and self-motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You'll be:
Passionate about health, safety and continuous improvement.
A collaborative team player who can build strong working relationships.
Results driven with a focus on delivering operational excellence.
An effective communicator who can engage and influence at all levels.
Adaptable, resilient and capable of leading through change.
Committed to developing both yourself and those around you.Why Tarmac
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
Ready to build your future?
Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!
#Tarmac #TarmacCareers
Tarmac Trading Limited