PU Department Manager

My client is an established UK manufacturer specialising in advanced polymer-based manufacturing processes supplying a diverse customer base across sectors including automotive healthcare and industrial equipment. The business has built a strong reputation for quality innovation and customer service and continues to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies people and long-term growth.

As a successful privately owned organisation with an established leadership team and loyal workforce the company offers a supportive collaborative and forward-thinking culture where employees are genuinely valued and rewarded for their contribution.

This is a post for a proactive and skilled Manager to head up and lead the production team in the RIM and PU department. The role covers all processes from raw materials though to finished product. Shop floor based the Manager is responsible for ensuring production targets quality standards health and safety procedures and housekeeping standards are met at all times. Are you a leader with strong organisational skills and a commitment to upholding high standards across all aspects of production and team performance If so this could be the job for you.

Essential Criteria:

• Management experience running a successful team and following a flexible schedule.
  

• Strong understanding of quality standards and health & safety compliance.
  

• Ability to monitor and manage production targets and standards.
  

• Confident in delegating tasks conducting checks and managing records.
  

• Competent in basic computer use and documentation.
  

• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining standards.
  

Desirable:

• Management or Leadership qualification (e.g. ILM Level 2 or 3).
  

• Training or experience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement.
  

• Experience of working with ERP systems (e.g. CS3).
  

• Involvement in process improvement initiatives.
  

• Knowledge of PU moulding processes and materials / working with Elastomers
  

• Ability to train and upskill team members.
  

• Resilient and calm under pressure.
  

• Keen to develop and progress within the business.
  

Person Specification

• Strength of character firm but fair approach
  

• Proactive and hands-on
  

• Good organisational and time management skills.
  

• Leads by example and demonstrates strong leadership behaviours.
  

• Clear communicator with the ability to motivate and support others.
  

• Positive attitude to problem-solving and change.