• Lead the creation, development, and implementation of the Production System across the group, with the involvement of relevant functions. Provide leadership and guidance to the working group, ensuring cross-departmental collaboration and accountability.

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies, analysing data and implementing solutions to optimise output.

• Establish and implement a structured processes for identifying and resolving at root cause production challenges.

• Develop a detailed implementation plan with clear milestones and deliverables, ensuring a smooth transition from current IMS systems to Ibstock Safe Reliable Production System.

• Lead joint efforts with internal audit teams to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and ensure compliance standards.

• Define and develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of Production System implementation. Driving operational efficiency and output.

• Coaching the team at factories to ensure day-to-day tasks are complete in line with expectations from the Production Systems. Performing weekly reviews to track progress on objectives and managing performance to ensure delivery. Creating a high performance team with the aim of delivering actions for the consistent application of production Systems.

• Deputise the Head of function when required representing at all levels.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Extensive experience in management role dealing with all levels of Management
• Be able to motivate and encourage others; be decisive and able to work well under pressure; resolve conflicts and good at problem solving;
• Possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written and be able to co-ordinate work carried out by different people and organisations;
• Innovative thinking and solutions focussed
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma are preferred.
• Extensive experience in implementing production systems and maintenance programs in large-scale industrial environments.
• Strong leadership and change management skills, with the ability to influence and motivate teams across multiple functions.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage large-scale implementation projects within budget.
• Analytical mind-set with experience in developing and using KPIs to drive performance improvements

Think you can make a difference? WE ARE your future.

More details:

• Full time, permanent role
• Competitive salary
• Digicare+ Provided by Aviva
• 10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General
• 3x life insurance
• Share Save scheme eligibility
• Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members
• Access to high street retail discounts platform - with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc…
• Personal development and career progression opportunities

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Excited about the role, but your past experience or qualifications don’t perfectly match everything in the job description? We would encourage you to still apply. Studies have shown that some people, particularly from minority groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Here at Ibstock Plc we are dedicated to building belonging, empowering our colleagues to be their true self by offering a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or other future roles across the Ibstock Group.

Ibstock Plc are committed and passionate about building a diverse environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, disability or age.