Factory manager Work, Jobs in Shepshed, Lec (with Salaries)

Factory Manager
Caterpillar —Desford
- £79,400 - £99,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Manufacturing
- Annual leave
23h
Shift Team Leader - Energy Recovery Facility, Leicestershire
Encyclis —Shepshed
- 12 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
14d
Production Shift Manager (Frontline Manager)
PepsiCo —Leicester
- 12 hour shift
- Continuous improvement
- Quality control
- Organisational skills
Office / Factory - Manager and Administrator
The Plastic Printing Company LTD —Melton Mowbray
- £27,000 - £32,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
Quick apply
Production Manager
Electronic Assembly Services Ltd —Ashby-De-La-Zouch
- Overtime
- ERP systems
- Assembly
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
12d
Quality Manager (all genders)
RHI Magnesita —Ashby-De-La-Zouch
- Full-time
- English
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
2h
Facilities Manager
SC Johnson Professional —Denby
- Weekend availability
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
QA Manager
Fairfax Meadow (Europe) Ltd —Derby
- £40,000 - £45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Team management
- Quality control
- Free parking
- Life insurance
Quick apply
Production Leader-Denby
Rolls-Royce —Denby
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Manufacturing
- Free parking
- Employee discount
2h
Operations Leader - Metallurgy / Materials
The Manufacturing Technology Centre —Coventry
- £50,000 - £56,000 a year
- Full-time
- Project management
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
Quick apply
Senior Construction Project Manager - MEP Factory
Rolls-Royce SMR —Derby
- £60,000 - £78,750 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
4d
Maintenance and Facilities Manager
Alfrecell Limited —Alfreton
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
Senior Business Development Manager
The Manufacturing Technology Centre —Coventry
- £65,000 - £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- CRM software
- Engineering
- Master's degree
Quick apply
Centre Head and Curriculum Manager
The Manufacturing Technology Centre —Coventry
- £57,000 - £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Recruiting
Quick apply
Plant Manager - Aerospace Carbon Brakes
Parker Hannifin Corporation —Coventry
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Quality control
Line Leader – Hygiene
Long Clawson Dairy Ltd —Long Clawson
- £16.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
Quick apply
4d
Business Development Manager
The Manufacturing Technology Centre —Coventry
- £50,000 - £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- CRM software
- Engineering
- Business development
Quick apply
HSE & Facilities Site Lead
KP Snacks —Ashby-De-La-Zouch
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Leadership
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
21h
Risk Manager - Manufacturing
IPL Schoeller —Tamworth
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Business
Quick apply
Manufacturing Services Manager
Rolls-Royce —Derby
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Team management
- Manufacturing
- Employee assistance programme
7d

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Factory Manager

Caterpillar -
Desford

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Job details

Full-time
£79,400 - £99,000 a year
23 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Car scheme

Qualifications

Succession planning
Performance management
Continuous improvement
Operational strategy development
Manufacturing
Root cause analysis
Team motivation leadership
Lean manufacturing

Full job description

Career Area:

Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader looking to make a significant impact? As our Factory Manager - Telehandlers, you'll lead the operation behind one of Caterpillar's flagship product lines, driving performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost and people while developing the next generation of manufacturing leaders. Combining strategic leadership with operational excellence, you'll help shape the future direction of the operation and deliver products trusted by customers around the world.

What you will do:

As a Facility Manager, you are accountable for, but not limited to:

Leading the Telehandler manufacturing operation to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost and people objectives while ensuring compliance with Caterpillar standards, policies and regulatory requirements.
Developing and leading production leaders and teams within the Telehandler operation, building capability through coaching, performance management, succession planning and talent development.
Driving operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, structured problem solving and the effective deployment of manufacturing resources.
Collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain and Quality partners to ensure Telehandler production plans, customer requirements and operational objectives are delivered successfully.
Championing a culture of safety, lean operational practices, accountability and engagement, ensuring a safe working environment while promoting employee involvement and continuous learning.
Leading operational planning activities for the Telehandler value stream, ensuring people, resources, equipment and processes are aligned to meet short and long-term production requirements.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

What You Can Demonstrate:

Safety Driven: Understands that safety underpins strong operational performance. Leads by example, reinforces safe behaviours and creates an environment where people feel able to raise concerns and contribute to a safe workplace.
Lean Thinking and Operational Excellence: Applies Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies to identify and eliminate waste, optimise processes and improve operational performance. Uses data-driven analysis, visual management and problem-solving tools to increase efficiency, enhance quality and deliver sustainable business improvements through team engagement and empowerment.
Problem Solving: Leads the resolution of operational and organisational challenges using structured problem-solving techniques. Analyses information, identifies root causes and implements sustainable solutions that improve performance and business outcomes.
Effective Communications: Communicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels, adapting messages to the audience and ensuring teams remain aligned to business priorities, objectives and operational goals.
Performance Management: Leads and develops high-performing teams by setting clear expectations, building capability, promoting accountability and providing coaching, feedback and recognition. Creates an engaged culture that supports individual growth and delivers strong operational performance.
Planning and Organising: Plans and coordinates people, resources and priorities to achieve operational objectives. Manages competing demands, anticipates risks and ensures plans are executed to deliver safe, efficient and reliable operations.
Continuous Improvement Mindset: Identifies opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste and enhance operational performance. Engages teams in problem solving, removes barriers and applies structured improvement methods to deliver sustainable results.

What You May Have:

Operational Leadership: Provides clear leadership and direction within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Maintains focus on safety, quality, delivery, cost and people objectives while making sound operational decisions and responding effectively to changing priorities.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Job Title: Factory Manager

Salary: £79,400 - £99,000 depending on experience

Location: Desford, Leicestershire – 5 days onsite presence

Contract: Full time & permanent

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity to buy additional holiday, Car Allowance £650pm, Private Medical, 20% bonus, contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%, contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, Employee Support Networks – join groups that offer support, connection, and a sense of community, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc.

Travel: up to 10% to include global

What You Will Get
One Company, Limitless Opportunities

Caterpillar is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It’s your time and talent, make it count.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Just a quick heads-up: We start reviewing applications as soon as they come in, so if you’re interested, don’t wait too long! We may close the advert early if we feel we’ve got a strong pool of potentially suitable applicants.

Don’t miss out, get your application in soon!

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Posting Dates:

August 10, 2026 - August 23, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply

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