Manufacturing Manager jobs in Wakefield

We’re partnering with a well‑established engineering organisation that is driving innovation across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join a collaborative team and make a real impact on production quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The Role As a Manufacturing Engineer – Production, you’ll: - Develop and...

About Braincube Braincube is a global real-time process optimization company helping manufacturers improve operational performance through AI, advanced data capabilities, and deep industrial expertise. Our platform enables manufacturers to increase yield, improve quality, optimize energy usage, and enhance throughput, at scale and in real-time across complex, multi-site operations. The Role At...

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (site based)Reporting to: Site ManagerAbout the BusinessOur client is a well-established chemical manufacturing site producing a diverse range of bulk and batch chemical products, including sulphur-based products, potassium salts and sodium ammonia solutions. This diversity provides strong resilience across market cycles.The site benefits from a high degree of energy...

A well-established manufacturing organization based in West Yorkshire is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join their senior finance team. This role is essential for translating financial data into insights that support strategic decision-making and performance improvement. The ideal candidate will have a CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification, strong experience in financial planning...

A reputable Yorkshire manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Payroll Administrator to oversee full end-to-end payroll processes. The role involves managing payrolls, handling queries, and maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have proven payroll experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel. The company offers...

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Site Services Engineer to join their dynamic onsite Engineering Team in Normanton. The role involves ensuring high safety standards, managing site services, and overseeing contractors. Candidates should have electrical experience and a relevant engineering qualification. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a...

A leading manufacturer in the United Kingdom is seeking a candidate to manage cost and yield accounts, focusing on accuracy and reporting. The ideal applicant should have experience in food manufacturing, particularly meat, and possess strong IT skills. Responsibilities include calculating variances, reporting costs, and ensuring effective stock control. This is a permanent role with benefits...

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Senior Factory Manager for their protein packaging facility in Normanton. This role involves planning operational strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Candidates should have substantial experience in large-scale food manufacturing, particularly with protein products. The position offers a full-time contract,...

A leading food manufacturing company in Leeds is seeking a Factory Technical Manager to lead the QA team. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of GMP and food safety are maintained, while updating and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS). Ideal applicants will have experience in high care food manufacturing, knowledge of HACCP and BRC standards, and the ability to drive...

Manufacturing Director This is an excellent opportunity, reporting into Group you will play a key role in leading and optimising the manufacturing operations across several sites. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in managing large-scale production, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This Manufacturing...

A leading food processing company in Wakefield is seeking a Production Scheduler to develop daily production schedules and ensure quality. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in supply chain management, with expertise in SAP preferred. The successful candidate will have strong planning, analysis skills, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. A competitive salary...

Job Description An established and profitable West Yorkshire group operating in manufacturing and distribution is seeking a Management Accountant. With a strong track record of growth, reinvestment, and international expansion, the business offers a role combining technical responsibility, team leadership, and commercial exposure, ideal for an accountant looking to gain broad exposure and...

Thrive Group are delighted to be working with a thriving food manufacturing company that is seeing rapid growth. To support this growth, they are actively seeking to recruit a Technical manager to join the team on a permanent basis. What you will be doing: - Responsible for ensuring food legislation for all products produced and imported into the UK are correct and accurate - Responsible for...

You will manage and coach staff, set goals and objectives and make sure you're compliant with policies and procedures. In addition, you'll ensure the daily smooth running of your department and drive it to even greater success. This role would suit an experienced Automotive Manager with lots of fantastic ideas and a proactive, positive attitude.

You will act as the key point of contact for both internal teams and customers, providing clear communication and effective solutions.

You will be a valued senior member of the Finance team in the UK.

You will oversee month end reporting and group reporting, and will business partner with stakeholders across the business.

You will also manage a small team.

You will be involved in a new system implementation, developing reporting and creating efficiencies for the wider team and business.

Job Description FP&A Manager | 9-Month Contract | £50–55k | Hybrid | Wakefield I am exclusively partnering with a successful manufacturing business based in Wakefield that is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to join them on a 9-month contract, with potential to become permanent. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to play a key part in strengthening financial insight and...

Job Description Our client is a globally recognised engineering manufacturer experiencing sustained growth and continued investment across their product development function. They are now seeking a Project Manager to join their West Yorkshire operation, supporting the delivery of complex, high-value engineering programmes from early concept through to full manufacture. This Project Manager role...

Location - Construction site based: 1 day a week AND 1 day a week at Somerset Energy & Innovation Centre (minimum) with balance of week worked remotely. However as Project commissioning begins and intensifies this will move to 4 days per week site-based AND 1 day working from home. Status: Inside IR35 Type: Contract - current approval until 31dec26 (renewable) Reports to: Quality Delivery...

Job Description We are supporting a well-established, manufacturing organisation based in West Yorkshire to recruit a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join their senior finance team. This role sits at the heart of the business and plays a critical part in translating financial data into meaningful commercial insight. Working closely with the Finance Director, operational teams and...