ManufacturingIpswichc. £750 per day 9994The Company We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Interim Manufacturing Director to lead and optimise manufacturing operations for our client who are a specialist manufacturing group. They have a passionate commitment to innovation, investment in new products, technology and skills, which together with their flexibility to respond rapidly to changing customer needs has made them an international market leader in a high growth sector.The RoleYou will play a pivotal role in assessing the current production landscape, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, and building a robust operational strategy to support an ambitious growth target. This role requires a forward-thinking leader with a strong background in lean manufacturing, process optimisation, and operational excellence - ideally within a regulated medical manufacturing environment, although candidates from broader manufacturing industries will also be considered. You will need to conduct a comprehensive review of current manufacturing operations, capabilities, and workflows across the business and develop and implement a long-term production strategy aligned with the company's growth ambitions. The CandidateWith proven experience in a senior production or manufacturing leadership role, experience in the medical/pharma industry experience is preferred although not essential. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success in leading continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives in previous roles and will be a strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into actionable operational plans. You will be adept to driving change in a growing or evolving business.How to applySo, if you are looking for a key leadership role in a high growth, innovative company, with the opportunity to shape the future of the manufacturing operations and drive business transformation, please apply by submitting your CV and your current remuneration package quoting job reference 9994.
Interim Manufacturing Director
Lord Accounting & Finance
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 19 days
Ipswich, Suffolk IP15BH, England

£750 - £9,994 per day
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The company is seeking an Interim Manufacturing Director to lead and optimize operations for a specialist manufacturing group in Ipswich, offering a salary of approximately £750 per day.
- The role involves assessing the current production landscape, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, and developing a long-term operational strategy.
- Candidates should have a strong background in lean manufacturing and operational excellence, preferably within a regulated medical manufacturing environment, although broader manufacturing experience is also acceptable.
- Proven experience in a senior production or manufacturing leadership role is required, with a focus on leading continuous improvement initiatives.
- This position is ideal for a strategic thinker looking to play a pivotal role in a high-growth and innovative company.