Factory Manager Uckfield, East Sussex £50,000 - £60,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Shape the Future. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Factory Manager to join a successful and growing food manufacturing business based in East Sussex. This is a key leadership role, offering the chance to take ownership of a busy production operation, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We are looking for a hands-on leader who combines strong operational expertise with commercial awareness and a passion for delivering results. The Role As Factory Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance of the manufacturing operation, ensuring productivity, quality and customer expectations are consistently achieved. Key responsibilities will include: Leading, motivating and developing operational management teams Driving factory performance across productivity, quality and service targets Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives Managing production planning, resource allocation and capacity requirements Working closely with Engineering to maximise equipment efficiency and reliability Managing operational budgets and delivering against key performance indicators Championing health & safety, food safety and regulatory compliance Supporting wider business objectives and future growth plans About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: Previous management experience within manufacturing or a similar fast-paced production environment Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams A proven track record of improving operational performance and efficiencies Good commercial awareness and understanding of manufacturing costs Excellent planning, communication and problem-solving abilities A proactive, hands-on and results-driven approach Experience within co-packing, contract manufacturing or FMCG environments would be advantageous What's On Offer? This business prides itself on creating a supportive, people-focused culture where employees are valued, developed and encouraged to contribute to the company's ongoing success. Benefits include: ✅ Competitive salary and benefits package ✅ Employee ownership model, giving employees a genuine stake in the future success of the business ✅ Holiday purchase scheme for greater flexibility ✅ Charity volunteering days ✅ Ongoing training and career development opportunities ✅ Continued investment in people, facilities and equipment ✅ Friendly, collaborative and supportive working environment Apply Now This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Factory Manager seeking a role where they can make a genuine impact, influence business performance and be part of an ambitious and forward-thinking organisation. If you are ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy