Overview

Site Manufacturing Manager – Leeds, West Yorkshire

  • This is a full-time role, however flexibility in this will be considered
  • The base location for this role is Elmfield Way, Leeds, LS13 4UD

Main Responsibilities

  • Strategically implement the manufacturing strategy, ensuring alignment and ownership across the operations team to achieve excellence and meet key performance indicators in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people engagement. 
  • Manage operational budgets and capital expenditure with a keen focus on optimising resources and enhancing financial performance. 
  • Uphold and exceed standards in Quality, Food Safety, Hygiene, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). 
  • Champion a positive ‘no blame’ culture that encourages innovation, continuous improvement and open communication at all levels. 
  • Lead, coach, and develop a highly motivated team, supported by excellent employee engagement and ensuring the effective utilisation of resources. 
  • Ensure adherence to all compliance standards related to Food Safety and Health & Safety, aligning with company policies and external certifications such as BRC, ISO14001. 
  • Drive initiatives supporting the Greggs Pledge primarily diversity and inclusion, food redistribution, and community engagement. 

Ideal Candidate

You will fit right into this role if you:

  • We are seeking a transformative leader, passionate about excellence in manufacturing and site engagement. The ideal candidate will:   
  • Demonstrate a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member feels respected, valued, and heard. 
  • Have a proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on creating an empowering and collaborative work environment. 
  • Utilise knowledge of lean manufacturing principles to drive operational improvements, with a keen ability to inspire change and innovation. 
  • Show resilience in the face of challenges, with a capacity to manage multiple priorities and foster a positive, can-do culture. 
  • Exhibit strong written and communication skills, facilitating open discussions around diversity, operational challenges, and continuous improvement. 
  • Develop a high performing team environment.
  • Be flexible to meet occasional ‘out of hours’ requirements.
  • Leadership experience within an FMCG food manufacturing environment is essential
  • A knowledge of SAP preferable, and strong computer skills. 

 

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