Factory Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £40,000 i £55,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Teem Recruitment LTD |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | FM/CRB |
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ob Title: Plant & Factory Manager
Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, UK
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
This role is within the industrial wood coatings and wood protection chemicals sector. The company manufactures high-performance products used for wood impregnation, surface coating, and long-term wood preservation. The industry is highly regulated, requiring strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Experience in chemical processing, coatings, or process-based manufacturing is highly desirable.
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Role Overview
Our client are seeking an experienced and hands-on Plant/ Factory Manager to oversee day-to-day manufacturing and warehouse operations within a specialist wood coatings and timber treatment facility. The role is responsible for managing production, staff, health & safety, quality, and continuous improvement to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations.
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Key Responsibilities
Operations & Production
• Oversee all factory operations, including production planning and scheduling
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery deadlines are met
• Manage raw material usage, stock levels, and waste reduction
• Liaise with procurement, logistics, and sales functions as required
People Management
• Lead, manage, and motivate production and warehouse staff
• Conduct performance reviews, absence management, and training coordination
• Ensure adequate staffing levels and cover for holidays and sickness
• Promote a positive, safe, and productive working culture
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, including COSHH
• Maintain risk assessments, safe systems of work, and accident reporting
• Ensure compliance with environmental and quality standards relevant to chemical manufacturing
• Act as the main point of contact for audits and inspections
Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain product quality standards and investigate any non-conformances
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Monitor KPIs and report on factory performance
Administration & Reporting
• Prepare production reports and operational updates for senior management
• Maintain accurate records relating to production, staff, and compliance
Skills & Experience
Essential:
• Proven experience in a factory or manufacturing management role
• Strong knowledge of health & safety, ideally within a chemical or industrial environment
• Experience managing production teams
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills
• Confident decision-maker with a hands-on approach
Desirable:
• Experience in wood coatings, paints, chemicals, or similar manufacturing environments
• IOSH, NEBOSH, or similar Health & Safety qualification
• Experience with continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles
This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking stable, long-term employment with immediate start available.
Teem Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, UK
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum + benefits
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
This role is within the industrial wood coatings and wood protection chemicals sector. The company manufactures high-performance products used for wood impregnation, surface coating, and long-term wood preservation. The industry is highly regulated, requiring strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Experience in chemical processing, coatings, or process-based manufacturing is highly desirable.
________________________________________
Role Overview
Our client are seeking an experienced and hands-on Plant/ Factory Manager to oversee day-to-day manufacturing and warehouse operations within a specialist wood coatings and timber treatment facility. The role is responsible for managing production, staff, health & safety, quality, and continuous improvement to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations.
________________________________________
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Production
• Oversee all factory operations, including production planning and scheduling
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery deadlines are met
• Manage raw material usage, stock levels, and waste reduction
• Liaise with procurement, logistics, and sales functions as required
People Management
• Lead, manage, and motivate production and warehouse staff
• Conduct performance reviews, absence management, and training coordination
• Ensure adequate staffing levels and cover for holidays and sickness
• Promote a positive, safe, and productive working culture
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, including COSHH
• Maintain risk assessments, safe systems of work, and accident reporting
• Ensure compliance with environmental and quality standards relevant to chemical manufacturing
• Act as the main point of contact for audits and inspections
Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain product quality standards and investigate any non-conformances
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Monitor KPIs and report on factory performance
Administration & Reporting
• Prepare production reports and operational updates for senior management
• Maintain accurate records relating to production, staff, and compliance
Skills & Experience
Essential:
• Proven experience in a factory or manufacturing management role
• Strong knowledge of health & safety, ideally within a chemical or industrial environment
• Experience managing production teams
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills
• Confident decision-maker with a hands-on approach
Desirable:
• Experience in wood coatings, paints, chemicals, or similar manufacturing environments
• IOSH, NEBOSH, or similar Health & Safety qualification
• Experience with continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles
This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking stable, long-term employment with immediate start available.
Teem Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.