Job Description

About us

At Gateway Chassis Solutions Ltd, we design and manufactures a range of chassis for Caravan Holiday Homes, Leisure Lodges and Residential Park Homes.

Family-owned and run since our inception, we have a culture that's warm, friendly, helpful and determined. We always work closely and collaboratively, helping each other - and our customers - and pulling together to get things done, moving quickly and fluidly to ensure we keep our promises and deliver on time, every time.

Gateway are the foundation for building our customer's dreams and our vision is to be the UK's number one manufacturer of innovative fabrication and living spaces, powered by passionate people. We operate within our three core values which are:

Take Personal Responsibility Make a Difference Develop Meaningful Relationships
We are recruiting for an experienced Factory Manager for our Wellingborough site.

The Factory Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operation of the Wellingborough site, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production across chassis manufacturing and an expanding general fabrication operation.

This is a hands-on, autonomous role managing a small multi-skilled team, with remote support from the main Hull site. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, trusted to run the site with minimal supervision while maintaining strong communication with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production

Manage daily production activities across chassis manufacturing and general fabrication Plan and prioritise work to meet customer requirements, deadlines, and quality standards Oversee workflow, labour allocation, and materials usage Support the development and growth of the general fabrication side of the business Ensure plant, equipment, and facilities are maintained and fit for purpose

People Management

Lead, supervise, and motivate a small site team including: Fabricators Painter HGV Class 1 Driver FLT / General Assistant Carry out day-to-day people management including: Attendance and performance management Training and development Toolbox talks and team briefings Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused culture

Health, Safety & Quality

Take full responsibility for health and safety compliance on site Ensure safe systems of work are in place and followed Carry out risk assessments, accident investigations, and corrective actions Ensure products meet required quality standards and customer specifications Work closely with the Hull site to align with company H&S and quality standards

Customer & Stakeholder Liaison

Act as the primary on-site contact for existing and new customers Liaise with customers regarding specifications, progress updates, and delivery requirements Support quoting, feasibility discussions, and new business opportunities Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers and suppliers

Administration & Systems

Maintain accurate production, labour, and stock records Use SAP for production tracking, materials, and reporting Complete required documentation including: Production reports Health & safety records Delivery and transport documentation Communicate clearly and regularly with the Managing Director and support teams based in Hull

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Proven experience in a manufacturing environment Experience managing or supervising operational teams Strong understanding of health and safety and quality standards in manufacturing High attention to quality and workmanship Confident communicator, able to liaise with customers and senior management Strong administrative skills with good attention to detail Ability to work independently and take ownership of a site
Desirable

Experience within fabrication, welding, or chassis manufacturing Experience using SAP or similar manufacturing ERP systems Knowledge of transport, logistics, or dispatch operations IOSH or similar health & safety qualification
Personal Attributes

Trustworthy, reliable, and professional Self-motivated with a proactive approach Comfortable working with minimal supervision Practical, hands-on management style Calm under pressure with good problem-solving skills
What We Offer

A key leadership role within a growing manufacturing business Autonomy to shape and develop the Wellingborough operation Support from an established head office team in Hull Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Long-term development and progression opportunities

AGENCIES / RECRUITERS - PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT US OR SEND CV'S. WE DON'T WANT ANYONE TO WASTE THEIR TIME. WE WILL REACH OUT IF WE NEED HELP - THANK YOU

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Experience:

manufacturing management: 4 years (required)
Work Location: In person