General Manager

Job Description

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

General Manager – Inks and Coatings Manufacturing

Location : North West UK (Near Manchester)

Our Client

Our client is a long-established and technically advanced manufacturer within the inks and coatings sector, operating as part of a successful international group. With recent investment and a clear strategic direction, the business is seeking a talented General Manager to take responsibility for the 2-Piece and UV Flexo operations at their North West facility.

This senior role blends strategic and operational leadership. The successful candidate will drive factory performance, lead cross-functional teams, and work closely with the group board to deliver sustainable growth.

Main Responsibilities and Key Tasks

• Lead day-to-day site operations with full accountability for production performance, safety, quality, and cost.
• Execute the divisional strategy at a tactical level, aligned with group-wide objectives.

Full P&L and budget ownership, including forecasting and financial r...