Factory Manager
Dartford
£45,000
Are you an experienced Factory Manager, Production Manager, Engineering Manager, Operations Manager, or Warehouse Manager looking for an exciting new challenge in Dartford? We're offering a competitive salary of £45,000 for a dynamic individual to join our team. A forklift license is desirable but not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Hands-On Duties (80%):
Setting up the production lines
Day-to-day compliance checks
Loading and unloading lorries
Operating Fork Lift Truck
Health & Safety checks on equipment
Quality Control
Managing delivery yard (goods in and out)
Hands-Off Duties (20%):
Scheduling rotas, appraisals, and holidays
Managing temp labor
Stock control and stock take
Facility Health & Safety checks
HR tasks and disciplinary investigations
Production Operations Management:
Lead and supervise a team of production workers and agency staff
Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demand
Monitor production metrics and take corrective actions to meet targets
Perform Fork Truck work as needed
Machinery Repair and Maintenance:
Conduct regular machinery inspections
Coordinate with maintenance technicians for repairs and scheduled maintenance
Set up and run various types of machinery
Training and Development:
Train production workers on standard operating procedures and safety protocols
Produce training material and maintain the training matrix
Provide support in troubleshooting equipment problems
Continuous Improvement:
Identify and implement process improvements, cost reductions, and waste elimination
Apply Lean manufacturing principles to optimize production processes
Safety and Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies
Conduct regular safety audits and address any safety concerns
Process Overview:
Packaging enters the factory as raw product
Goes through a box folder for folding and counting
Bander process followed by leaflet addition
Shrink-wrapped and stickered
Re-palletized and pallet wrapped for dispatch
About You:
Proven experience in a similar managerial role
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities
Desirable: Forklift license
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary of £45,000
A dynamic, fast-moving work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in a thriving company, apply today!
Apply Now and Lead Our Team to Success