Factory Manager

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Job Title: Factory Manager (Sheet Metal Manufacturing)

Location: Hertfordshire

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum

Start Date: ASAP

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Factory Manager to oversee all operations within a busy sheet metal manufacturing facility based in Hertfordshire. This is a senior leadership position operating at a Director level, with full responsibility for production, people management, operational performance, and strategic direction of the factory.

The successful candidate will bring strong sheet metal manufacturing experience, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing factory operations. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive efficiency, improve processes, and ensure high standards across all departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all factory operations including production, quality, engineering, and logistics

Provide strategic leadership and direction across the entire manufacturing facility

Manage and develop department managers, supervisors, and production teams

Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure production targets and delivery deadlines are consistently achieved

Maintain high standards of quality control and compliance

Oversee health & safety performance across the site

Manage budgets, costs, and resource planning

Work closely with senior leadership on business strategy and growth

Implement and improve manufacturing processes and systems

Monitor KPIs and report on factory performance

Ensure effective communication across all departments

Support recruitment, training, and development of staff

Requirements:

Minimum 10+ years’ experience working within a manufacturing / factory environment

Strong background in sheet metal fabrication (essential)

Proven experience managing a factory or large production operation

Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and senior staff

Experience operating at senior management or Director level

Strong understanding of production planning and operational management

Excellent people management and communication skills

Commercial awareness and budget management experience

Ability to drive continuous improvement and change

Desirable:

Experience within subcontract sheet metal manufacturing

Lean manufacturing knowledge (5S, Kaizen, etc.)

Engineering or manufacturing qualification


What’s on Offer:

Permanent position

Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience

Senior leadership role with autonomy

Opportunity to shape and develop factory operations

Immediate start available
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Location:
London
Salary:
£60,000 - £75,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Other

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