Finishing Manager
Overview
To take full responsibility for the quality, efficiency and output of all finishing operations. To continuously optimise and develop working practices to ensure operational targets are met in line with company demand and in collaboration with the planning manager. Through this approach you will drive industry standard best practice and set standards to follow “right first time” production culture. You will hold overall responsibility for ensuring the highest standards of Health & Safety are maintained across the departments.
- Produce and Communicate clear, data driven performance reporting, including monthly operational overviews and SMART KPI’s, ensuring all teams understand weekly targets, values and performance expectations
- Lead all finishing operations to deliver high-quality, on time output, working collaboratively with Design, Planning, Quality, Sales and customer service to ensure customer requirements are consistently met
- Effectively manage and develop your staff, to build a high-performing, engaged team through proactive absence management in line with company policies, identifying skills gaps and implementing targeted training and development plans. Work collaboratively with HR to establish clear progression routes and support succession planning in line with business strategies. Encourage a positive and inclusive working environment through regular coaching, mentoring and recognition.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by driving Lean manufacturing initiatives, embedding route cause analysis, and actively involving teams in process optimisation
- Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Regulatory requirements by maintaining robust risk assessments, SOP adherence, COSHH controls, high housekeeping standards, and sustainability initiatives
- Work closely with your team and maintenance department to implement preventative maintenance schedules and evaluate and research new technologies to minimise downtime, enhance productivity and save money
- Be proactive to identify, manage and escalate operational risks, implementing contingency plans and communicating key issues to SLT to safeguard business continuity and strategy
- Manage departmental budgets using accurate forecasting, cost control and ROI analysis, collaborating with Operations Director.
Knowledge, skills & competencies
- Strong leadership and team development capability
- Advanced knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Strategic thinking with ability to align operations to business goals
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver cost efficiencies
Knowledge and skills to develop
- Expertise in textile finishing processes and their impact on product differentiation
- Hungry – we want you to commit to working hard, have a burning desire to achieve your goals and are willing to put in the effort and dedication to make them a reality.
- Humble – we want you to recognise your strengths while staying open to learning, growing and acknowledging the contribution of others.
- Smart – we want you to be honest and inclusive and respectful of others, value diversity and foster a sense of belonging for everyone.
We are an international brand with a long-standing reputation for innovation, design and premium quality – producing authentic, woollen fabrics and accessories for leading fashion brands and interior designers worldwide.
As one of the select few mills in the UK that can perform all processes at a single site, we boast remarkable versatility and the ability to control each process to meet our exacting standards. Each of these processes required incredible expertise and finesse, which is where our fantastic, diverse team come into play who champion a culture that encourages leadership, creativity, innovation and learning p interacting as one team, irrespective of position or level.
Even after almost two centuries in business, we remain incredibly ambitious with big plans for growth and expansion. End-to-end technology integration, growing new routes to market, and increasing brand awareness are just some of the exciting new projects in the pipeline, with plenty more to come.
To apply for this role, please send us your CV and covering letter using the button below. If you have any further questions, please get in touch at careers@moons.co.uk.
