Reed
Manufacturing Manager required
Location: Ballymena
£50,000 – £60,000+ DOE | Permanent
We're looking for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to take a key leadership role within our clients growing manufacturing business.
This is a newly created position offering a clear succession opportunity, with the chance to step into a broader leadership role soon, the role focuses on leading manufacturing operations, driving continuous improvement and fostering a culture of operational excellence.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and developing manufacturing teams to deliver quality, cost and delivery targets.
- Driving Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensuring high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
- Identifying efficiencies, reducing waste and improving overall performance.
- Building a positive, engaged, high-performing team culture.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in a Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager, Operations Manager or similar leadership role.
- Strong background in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- A hands-on leader who can motivate teams and drive results.
- Excellent problem-solving, organisational and communication skills.
- Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and KPIs.
What’s in it for you?
- £50,000 – £60,000+ salary (flexible for the right person)
- Long-term progression into a senior manufacturing leadership role
- Opportunity to shape strategy and implement meaningful change
- Join a business committed to operational excellence
If you're a driven manufacturing leader who enjoys improving processes, developing people and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit an up – to -date CV today via the “Apply” link
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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