Production Manager

Job Introduction

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.

We are currently looking for someone to join our team as a Production Manager to join our friendly team at Dunbar Cement Plant.

We are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it is important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Role Responsibility

In the role of Production Manager you will be working within the Senior Management team at Dunbar, the role requires a manager with a proven track record within the cement industry preferably within the industrial/operations areas and who is looking for a challenging and rewarding role at a senior level.

The successful applicant will be responsible for all aspects of the Production functions at Dunbar Works, including Shift operations. 

You will play a key role in Dunbar’s Management Team with responsibility for the achievement of relevant Key Performance Indicators, and strategic planning for the long term future of the plant.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the role of Production Manager will have proven experience of managing a function and a team in a results orientated environment as well as experience of:

• Chemical Engineering Degree
• IOSH or equivalent qualification, NEBOSH would be an advantage
• Knowledge and experience of RCA techniques
• Practical and Technical (Selection) experience with refractory is required
• Knowledge and practical experience in Preheater and Kiln Operations with high level of Alternative Fuels is required.
• Experience and good knowledge of the following:
  • Safety and Environmental laws and regulations
  • The Cement Manufacturing processes: raw meal preparation, burning, combustion and grinding.
  • Product quality parameters, quality control procedures and tests
  • Computer aided systems for kiln and mill operation
• Production management and planning
• Change management experience and skills
• Proven people management skills including managing teams/team building and development of people.
• Negotiation, influencing and conflict management skills.
• Technical writing ability
• Prepared to travel from location to develop skills, share knowledge and best practices and implement changes as required.
• Willingness to work a range of hours including shifts, to support the department’s operations.

Why Us

As well as the role of Production Manager we offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: 

• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities ( employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+ , Parents & carers, Ability , Wellbeing,  Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Interested? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Tarmac Trading Limited