Manufacturing Director

About the role

We are seeking a leader who can look beyond day‑to‑day production activities and focus on overall business outcomes. The role holder will be responsible for the overall management, performance and continuous improvement of our production operations.

Key responsibilities

• Developing and implementing production strategy, objectives and priorities
• Managing key production KPIs, ensuring production plan execution, analysing results and initiating improvement actions
• Coordinating the activities of production department managers, setting objectives and monitoring performance
• Improving production efficiency and productivity, ensuring optimal use of people and other resources
• Managing the production budget, controlling costs and initiating cost‑reduction initiatives
• Implementing new technologies, equipment, processes and solutions aimed at improving production efficiency
• Ensuring policies and procedures are consistently applied across teams
• Monitoring adherence and escalating issues promptly to protect company interests
• Leading and developing a high‑performing team by role‑modelling company values
• Managing all people‑related activities, including recruitment, training, performance and engagement
• Promoting a safety‑first culture and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
• Conducting risk assessments, providing clear instructions and leading by example in safety practices
• Embedding company values in daily operations
• Fostering a culture focused on customers, caring for people, driving innovation and simplifying processes

Required profile

• A university degree in management, engineering, technology or a related field
• Relevant experience in production management
• Strong understanding of production processes and their optimisation
• Ability to understand production KPIs, costs, budgets and the impact of business decisions on results
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to develop people and managers and drive results in a dynamic environment