Factory Manager
May 1, 2025
Skills
Lean Manufacturing • Project Management Methodology • Kanban • Employee Relations • Succession Planning • Continuous Improvement • SyteLine • Conflict Management • Operations Management • Interpretation • Leadership Experience • Plant Oversight
The Role
Lean Manufacturing • Project Management Methodology • Kanban • Employee Relations • Succession Planning • Continuous Improvement • SyteLine • Conflict Management • Operations Management • Interpretation • Leadership Experience • Plant Oversight
White Raven Resourcing are acting as a recruitment agency for permanent placements.
We are seeking a skilled Factory Manager to oversee our clients manufacturing operations in St Helens. The ideal candidate will be experienced in the timber sector responsible for managing production processes ensuring efficiency and maintaining quality standards.
Our client is a market leader in the mouldings and timber products sector supplying all major DIY retailers with an extensive portfolio of products.
Duties
Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demands prioritising the work load to achieve optimum efficiencies.
Supervise factory staff and provide guidance and training when necessary
Monitor production output and quality control measures
Implement health and safety protocols to create a safe working environment
Manage inventory levels and order raw materials as needed
Collaborate with other departments to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency
Job Type: Fulltime
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Timber Industry: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: WWR1001
Requirements
Qualifications
Proven experience in a timber manufacturing or production management role
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively
Excellent problemsolving abilities to address operational challenges promptly
Knowledge of health and safety regulations within a manufacturing environment
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles is desirable
Benefits
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Onsite parking
Qualifications - Proven experience in a timber manufacturing or production management role - Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively - Excellent problem-solving abilities to address operational challenges promptly - Knowledge of health and safety regulations within a manufacturing environment - Understanding of lean manufacturing principles is desirable
