Factory Manager

Rewards and Benefits on Offer; • Immediate start available • Competitive basic salary and benefits package • Free on-site parking • A streamlined, quick interview process MTrec’s New Opportunity; MTrec Technical are proudly representing our prestigious manufacturing client, based in Gateshead by recruiting a permanent Factory Manager. You will be joining an industry leading employer, with an excellent team-based culture and fantastic long-term career prospects. If you have experience in a similar role within FMCG, Food & drink manufacturing or equivalent, apply now for an immediate response The Job You’ll Do; • Reporting to the General Manager, the Factory Manager is responsible for Production, including Warehouse and Hygiene (Dayshift & Nightshift). • Overseeing all aspects of daily production and facilitating effective collaboration. • Ensuring that the facility operates to Company standards in Health & Safety, food safety, sustainability and environment. • Utilising the ERP system to ensure maximum efficiency • Ensure production plans are delivered on time, in full, and to required quality standards • Drive improvements in efficiency, yield and waste reduction. • Manage recruitment and training of production, warehouse and hygiene teams. • Closely liaise with the Supply Chain, Technical, NPD, H&S and HR departments • Lead staff engagement and manage in line with company values • Crisis Management About You; • Proven experience in a Managerial role within Food/Drink/FMCG (highly desirable) • Relevant technical qualifications are desirable, but not essential (Degree, HND, HND etc.) • Strong leadership and people management skills • Ability to motivate, inspire and guide teams to achieve goals • Experience improving processes, productivity and performance • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Knowledge of health & safety and regulatory compliance • Comfortable working with ERP systems and production data