Area Production Manager at Syngenta Group

Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Operational Excellence, Data-Driven Decision Making, Continuous Improvement, Safety Auditing, KPI Tracking, Production Planning, People Development, Incident Investigation, Supply Chain Coordination, Budget Management, Technical Troubleshooting

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description About Syngenta At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest. Job Description As an Area Production Manager, you'll be a dynamic technical and organizational leader steering one or more production units to excellence, while championing safety, driving innovation, and maximizing productivity through effective team leadership. This influential role empowers you to shape operational success through data-driven decision making, continuous improvement initiatives, and the development of high-performing teams, all while acting as a key liaison between various departments and inspiring others to achieve exceptional results. Accountabilities Accountable for the technical, organizational, financial and managerial processes of one or more production lines/unit(s) Responsible for connection to supply chain and achieving required production targets for own unit(s) Oversee daily operations of the assigned production unit(s), ensuring targets for output, quality, safety and efficiency are met Ensure technical production problems are escalated, analysed and resolved efficiently in close collaboration with support services and the appropriate actions are defined and implemented Work closely with all departments on site acting as a liaison and facilitating the shift manager work Manage and develop shift managers and production teams to drive high performance and engagement Ensure that production staff have the right documentation and procedures available Track, measure and report the performance of the production unit (OEE, TEEP). Ensure data driven decision are taken with reliable KPI Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence within the production unit Champion safety protocols, conduct audits, and lead incident investigations Communicate as an inspirational leader to motivate teams, build trust, and effectively convey priorities and vision across all levels Engaged in people development, retaining of competencies and building of succession plans for production Qualifications Required Ideally Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Engineering or other relevant technical discipline Several years managerial/leadership experience Experience in a technical or operations role Operational excellence knowledge Proficient digital skills Additional Information At the Huddersfield Manufacturing Centre we make important Crop Protection products that are used in over 120 countries worldwide. These products help our growers to meet the ever-increasing demand for food, feed and fuel, and our talented & dedicated teams make this possible. The Huddersfield team is proactive, driven, and friendly, with a strong emphasis on diversity, equality and inclusion. We work cross functionally to get the job done! What We Offer A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance Up to 31.5 days annual holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays 36-hour working week Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. #LI-Onsite

Responsibilities

The Area Production Manager leads one or more production units to ensure targets for output, quality, and safety are met. This role involves managing shift managers, driving operational excellence through KPIs, and acting as a liaison between various site departments.