c£50,000-£55,000
Permanent | Full-time | Banbury | On-site
We’re partnering with this well established, growing manufacturer, as they continue to strengthen their operational leadership team. With a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement, they are now seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead production, drive performance, and support the next phase of operational growth.
This is a key role within a busy manufacturing environment perfect for someone who thrives on pace, ownership, and making a measurable difference to output, quality, and team culture.
What you’ll be doing as Manufacturing Manager
*Leading day to day production to meet targets, quality standards and service levels
*Driving continuous improvement using Lean, Kaizen or Six Sigma principles
*Monitoring key KPIs (OEE, scrap rates, throughput) and using data to guide decisions
*Optimising production processes, workflows and resource planning
*Championing innovation, new technologies and modern manufacturing practices
*Leading initiatives to reduce waste, streamline processes and boost productivity
*Ensuring SOPs, machine settings and key documentation are up to date and effective
*Providing clear leadership to production, maintenance and the H&S Manager
*Developing a strong, accountable team culture with coaching and progression
*Ensuring the team is fully resourced, supporting recruitment and onboarding with HR
*Maintaining exceptional health & safety standards, training and compliance
*Acting as the key link between operations, H&S and senior leadership
*Managing operational costs, supporting budgeting and identifying savings
*Reporting regularly and supporting wider operational strategy
*Taking the lead in incident response, product recall or crisis management
What we’re looking for
*Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role, managing & developing high-performing teams
*Strong background in continuous improvement, with practical experience using Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma or similar methodologies
*Hands on approach with solid understanding of production equipment, workflows and manufacturing processes
*Confident leader who can coach, empower, and build a collaborative, accountable team culture
*Comfortable working in a fast paced environment where systems and processes are continually evolving
*Strong focus on safety, quality and operational discipline, with a commercial mindset
*Analytical, data driven and confident using KPIs, ERP systems and MS Office (especially Excel)
*Excellent communication skills, able to influence and build relationships across all levels
You’ll fit the culture if you are
*Practical, proactive and steady under pressure
*Someone who leads by example and brings people with them
*Keen on improving processes and creating a positive team environment
*Comfortable balancing hands on involvement with strategic oversight
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 08:00-17:00
Friday: 08:00-14:00
What’s in it for you
*Positive culture
*Life assurance
*Health plan
*Salary sacrifice pension scheme
*Enhanced family leave
*28 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
*Company sick pay
If you’re an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys variety, pace, and the opportunity to shape and develop a team, we’d love to hear from you.