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Manufacturing Manager

Location: The Pizza Factory, Nottingham

Shift Pattern: 4 days a week, Wednesday - Saturday 6AM-6PM

Package: Highly Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package

About Us

Joining 2 Sisters Food Group means becoming part of the UK's largest food manufacturer, with a £3 billion+ turnover and over 13,500 employees. At our Gateside Road site in Nottingham, we are passionate about producing high-quality pizza & bakery products for our customers while continuously investing in our people and processes.

About the Role

The Manufacturing Manager will lead operations across the entire factory, working cross-functionally with quality, safety, engineering, and production teams to ensure smooth operations and delivery of top-quality products. You will have 3 x Shift Managers as direct reports and you'll be hands-on in driving continuous improvement, managing risk assessments, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities
* Oversee full factory operations, ensuring products meet quality and cost standards
* Manage and support the Shift Managers to ensure consistent performance across 24-hour operations
* Lead risk assessments, training, and accident investigations
* Ensure quality issues are fully resolved and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented
* Build a culture of accountability, holding teams to high performance standards

About You

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader with short shelf life food experience, excellent managerial skills, and a continuous improvement mindset. You'll need to be confident in managing large teams, drive operational excellence, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Skills & Experience
* Strong managerial experience with the ability to lead and challenge teams
* Experience managing a large workforce
* Food manufacturing background is essential but pizzeria experience is desirable
* Proven track record in continuous improvement (Yellow/Green Belt preferred)
* Auditing experience and customer-facing skills
* Level 3 Food Safety and IOSH qualification (NEBOSH preferred)

Benefits

* 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
* Refer a friend scheme
* Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid offering confidential support 365 days a year
* Boparan Restaurant Group Discount - 50% off at Giraffe World Kitchen, Harry Ramsden, Ed's Easy Diner, and Burger & Cocktails
* Cycle2Work Scheme

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your expertise to a leading food manufacturer and make a significant impact. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration, you'll be supported to grow and develop in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

#meals01

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and reduce operational costs.
• Lead a team of manufacturing engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
• Design, install, and commission new manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Conduct root cause analysis of production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for manufacturing operations, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
• Oversee process validation, qualification, and documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, quality assurance, and supply chain, to ensure seamless product lifecycle management.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for all manufacturing processes.
• Manage the manufacturing budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control.
• Stay abreast of the latest manufacturing technologies and industry best practices.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven track record in optimizing high-volume manufacturing processes.
• In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing simulation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Leading process improvement initiatives.
• Developing and validating new manufacturing technologies and equipment.
• Creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conducting root cause analysis for production defects.
• Managing projects related to manufacturing upgrades and installations.
• Training production staff on new processes and equipment.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are met efficiently and safely.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance production throughput, reduce costs, and improve overall operational performance.
• Lead and mentor manufacturing teams, fostering a culture of high performance, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Implement and maintain robust quality control systems to ensure all products meet stringent quality standards.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, identifying and eliminating waste throughout the production process.
• Manage production schedules, resource allocation, and inventory levels to optimize workflow and meet demand.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance departments to resolve production issues and implement process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the manufacturing facilities.
• Develop and manage the manufacturing budget, controlling costs and maximizing resource utilization.
• Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to monitor operational efficiency and identify areas for development.
• Lead projects related to process optimization, automation, and new product introduction within manufacturing.
• Maintain effective communication channels with on-site management and remote teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations management, with a proven track record of success in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other process improvement techniques.
• Experience managing production in a high-volume, precision manufacturing environment.
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and motivational skills.
• Proficiency in production planning software, ERP systems, and quality management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, both remotely and on-site.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and P&Ls.
• Experience in a fully remote operational leadership role is highly desirable.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.