Business Unit Manager (Ballymena, Negotiable Salary)

Business Unit Manager Ballymena Negotiable Package Reactive Recruitment is seeking an experienced Business Unit Leader to join the Senior team of a leading manufacturing firm based at their Ballymena site. You will be joining an industry leading company at an exciting time of investment and expansion. Main aim of the Job: As a key member of the operations team you will be exposed to all aspects of the business and share the challenge and responsibility to take the operation to the next level of performance. You will be responsible for leading the unit team to drive continuous improvement to maximise operational effectiveness and efficiencies through the development of people, processes and systems. Responsibilities: Working as part of the operations management team to maximise production efficiencies, namely output, quality, yield, labour utilisation, packaging and utilities. To lead and develop the management team under your area of responsibility by also integrating planning, engineering, and technical and services so as to create one focused management team. To ensure a pro-active engineering and development process, particularly for equipment and layout upgrades. Improve the sites technical and hygiene levels to match best in industry standards To ensure a communication flow and involvement for the entire workforce, maintaining good industrial relations. To devise and implement comprehensive and pro-active training for all members of your respective production teams and to ensure that these training plans are complimentary to best achieve site objectives. To maximise labour utilisation namely reducing absenteeism labour turnover and reviewing shift structures, flexibility and holiday planning. To provide an effective Health and Safety service To monitor and control any negative environmental H&S Leading Continuous Improvement directives. You must be able to demonstrate; Previous operational management experience Proven track record of achievement in continuous improvement. Strong leadership skills Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Good people management skills Strong organisational, planning and time management skills Effective analytical, problem solving and decision making abilities It would be highly beneficial if you can also demonstrate; Proven management and leadership experience within a FMCG manufacturing environment Food processing knowledge. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful, growing and leading company which provides opportunities for collaborative team based working, learning, development and career advancement together with attractive, competitive and comprehensive remuneration packages. If you would like to be considered please send your CV immediately via the link provided. For more information on the role and a confidential chat please contact Mark McKenna on 028 9009 9211.