Director of Manufacturing
Futures · Ystrad-ffin, Wales ·
Manufacturing Director Location: South Wales We are supporting a well-established manufacturing organisation in the appointment of a Manufacturing Director to lead the site through an exciting period of transformation, operational improvement and future growth.
This is a significant strategic leadership appointment requiring a genuine change agent – someone who can establish a clear vision for the operation, inspire and engage teams at every level, and successfully deliver sustainable transformational change across a complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Role
The Manufacturing Director will provide strategic leadership across Manufacturing Operations and Engineering, with key responsibilities including: Developing and executing the long-term manufacturing and operational strategy.
Leading major transformation and change programmes, taking people on the journey and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Providing inspirational leadership to a sizeable manufacturing organisation and developing a high-performing senior leadership team.
Driving measurable improvements across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, OEE and Productivity. Providing strategic direction across Engineering, reliability, CAPEX, automation and future manufacturing capability. Building greater accountability, engagement and ownership throughout the operation.
Working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure manufacturing strategy supports wider business objectives and future growth.
About You
We are looking for an accomplished senior manufacturing leader with a demonstrable track record of transforming operations and delivering results through people. You will ideally bring: Director-level or significant senior leadership experience within a fast-paced, automated manufacturing environment.
A proven track record of delivering substantial change, transformation and operational improvement. Strong leadership experience spanning both Operations and Engineering. Experience developing senior leaders and building high-performing teams.
Strong Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence credentials. The ability to create a compelling vision, secure buy-in and successfully embed cultural change. A strategic mindset combined with the ability to translate strategy into measurable operational results.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Director who wants to make a genuine impact, shape the future direction of a major manufacturing operation and lead a significant transformation agenda. If you are an experienced Manufacturing Director, Operations Director or senior manufacturing leader with a strong Engineering background, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.