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Factory Manager (Ref:9474)

Job Description

Based on the site of the Drax Power station near York, we are looking for a driven and passionate individual to head up the site management team and be responsible for leading the production and safety performance of our Lytag Factory. About the role Lytag is an innovative, lightweight aggregate that is supplied across the UK to a variety of applications including lightweight concretes and screed for specialist applications, precast concrete factories and sports drainage application. This is a critical role in helping us achieve not only our sales and production budgets, but also in contributing significantly to helping us build more sustainable societies and better communities through the increased use of a material that is up to 50% lighter than it’s natural counterpart. Key Responsibilities include Implement and ensure compliance of all Health & Safety, Environmental and site specific policies to safeguard the welfare of all personnel on site Manage relevant annual budgets and forecasts to deliver on agreed production volumes, expenditure and standard costs (SVC’s) Maintain product quality standards, identifying and reacting to all non-conformances Identify and recommend opportunities for business EBITDA improvement Conform to environmental standards and effectively minimise use of fossil and other energy sources Determine and manage all planned preventative maintenance activities on site in order to maximise production levels and minimise plant downtime Maintain close working relationships with both internal and external sales teams, hosting key customers on site to showcase finished material output Identify and nurture key talent and develop strong future team succession across all levels of the site Build strong levels of engagement on site to foster harmonious relationships and ways of working What will you bring? Degree level or equivalent in an Engineering/Mechanical discipline Demonstrable experience of leading and managing in a continuous production environment Solid understanding of H&S procedures and legislation (preferably NEBOSH qualified) Proven ability to drive continual change and process improvement in order to enhance business performance Stakeholder Management coupled with the ability to lead and manage teams Experience in managing budgets with the ability to put in place and maintain full and rigorous financial controls Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with others Proven track record in nurturing talent and developing individuals within an organisation What’s on offer? Competitive Salary, bonus and benefits recognizing the contribution you bring Opportunities for Career Progression both at home and abroad An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business Why join us? Lytag Ltd is a subsidiary of Aggregate Industries UK Ltd. To be at the heart of construction, we see our people at the forefront of the construction industry, transforming it into a more sustainable future. We employ highly talented, experienced and motivated people from diverse backgrounds. We have industry-leading capability in innovation, enabling us to anticipate and meet the changing needs of our customers. We are committed to developing strong and positive relationships with the communities we live and work in. LafargeHolcim has a global footprint with leadership positions in the vast majority of its markets and a diversified portfolio with a good balance between mature and developing markets positioned in highly populated areas. About the business We’re at the front line of the construction and infrastructure industries, producing and supplying an array of construction materials. With over 270 sites and more than 3,900 dedicated employees, we’re home to everything from aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete and precast concrete products. On top of that, we produce, import and supply construction materials, export aggregates and offer national road surfacing and contracting services. We’re also a proud member of LafargeHolcim, which is the leading global building materials and solutions company with around 90,000 employees in over 80 countries. It holds leading positions in all regions with a balanced portfolio of developing and mature markets. We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.