This is not a traditional site supervision role. It is a true project leadership position requiring someone who can define, structure, and deliver complex industrial projects in a live manufacturing environment.

You will take ownership of a significant programme of works, working closely with engineering, operations, and external contractors to shape delivery from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a multi-phase industrial site project programme
• Develop project scope, structure, and achievable delivery plans
• Manage contractors and key stakeholders across site operations
• Ensure delivery within agreed timelines, budgets, and safety standards
• Coordinate activity within a live manufacturing environment with minimal disruption
• Drive progress in areas where scope may be evolving or not fully defined
• Provide clear reporting and communication across engineering and leadership team

We are looking for someone who thrives in environments where autonomy and ownership are key.

You will likely have:

• Strong project management experience within industrial or manufacturing environments
• Ability to work independently and define structure in complex or ambiguous projects
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders and external contractors
• Strong problem-solving and planning capability
• A proactive, self-starting approach with strong delivery focus
• Confidence working in a small team with broad responsibility

What’s on Offer

• Full ownership of a high-value, long-term site programme
• Opportunity to shape project delivery strategy from the ground up
• Stable manufacturing environment with low attrition and long-term investment
• Future opportunity to progress into wider plant upgrade and development project

This is a senior leadership role within a well-established and growing manufacturing business, offering the opportunity to lead production operations, develop high-performing teams, and drive continuous improvement across the site.

Working closely with Engineering, Technical, Supply Chain, HR, and wider leadership teams, you’ll play a key role in delivering operational performance while helping shape the future direction of the manufacturing function.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for leading manufacturing operations across Safety, Quality, People, Efficiency, Cost, and Delivery

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing Production Team Managers and wider manufacturing teams
• Driving production, efficiency, waste, and service performance
• Creating a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensuring high standards across Health & Safety, Food Safety, GMP, and compliance
• Working collaboratively with Engineering to improve reliability and operational resilience
• Supporting CI initiatives focused on efficiency, downtime reduction, and operational excellence
• Overseeing hygiene, housekeeping, and wider site standards
• Building strong cross-functional relationships across the business

About You

We’re looking for a strong manufacturing leader with experience operating within a fast-paced production environment.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Previous Manufacturing / Production leadership experience
• A strong understanding of operational performance and continuous improvement
• Experience leading teams within food, FMCG, or a regulated manufacturing environment
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to engage teams at all levels
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, Quality, and operational compliance
• The ability to drive performance while developing people and culture

Why Join?

Having visited both the Peffermill and Butlerfield sites, it’s clear there is a strong culture, a collaborative leadership team, and genuine investment in people and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact within a well-known Scottish manufacturing business.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys driving operational performance, developing teams, and delivering continuous improvement within a fast-paced production environment.

Working closely with Production, Engineering, Technical, Supply Chain, HR, and wider support functions, you’ll play a key role in improving efficiency, reliability, quality, and team capability across the operation.

The Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will lead manufacturing teams while driving a culture of continuous improvement across people, plant, and process.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing production teams, Team Leaders, and operators
• Driving performance across efficiency, downtime, waste, labour utilisation, and service
• Supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations to deliver safe, high-quality production
• Leading continuous improvement projects focused on operational performance and process optimisation
• Promoting strong Health & Safety, GMP, Food Safety, and compliance standards
• Supporting structured problem-solving and data-led decision making
• Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Technical, QA, HR, and Supply Chain teams
• Supporting operational change, engagement, and team development initiatives

About You

We’re looking for someone with strong manufacturing leadership experience and a passion for continuous improvement.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Experience within manufacturing or food manufacturing
• Previous leadership experience within a production environment
• Strong continuous improvement and operational performance knowledge
• Experience driving efficiency, waste reduction, and process improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, GMP, and Food Safety standards
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• NEBOSH qualification, or working towards it, would be advantageous

Why Join?

Having visited the site, it’s clear there is a strong focus on teamwork, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to genuinely influence performance, culture, and future growth within a well-known Scottish manufacturing business.

For a confidential discussion, get in touch.

THIS IS A RETAINED SEARCH MANAGED EXCLUSIVELY BY RISING TALENT RECRUITMENT

ALL THIRD PARTY OR SPECULATIVE APPLICATIONS WILL BE DIRECTED TO RISING TALENT RECRUITMENT FOR REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION