Factory Operations Manager

Silver Stone Search & Selection; Ludgershall; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growth-focused manufacturing company is seeking an operational leader to drive performance and efficiency. You'll oversee site operations, develop staff through coaching, and ensure adherence to KPIs. The ideal candidate has experience in food manufacturing, with a passion for continuous improvement and a strong grasp of budget management. This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic vision and the ability to motivate a team.

Qualifications

• Operational leadership experience in food manufacturing.
• Proven ability to implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Experience managing budgets and P&L.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational matters on site, focusing on performance.
• Develop people through effective leadership and coaching.
• Ensure KPI adherence and implement continuous improvement.

Skills

Operational leadership

Continuous improvement

Budget management

Data analysis

People development

Job description

A fantastic opportunity to work for a growing and evolving manufacturing group.

You will be responsible for:

• All operational matters on site with a focus on driving performance and efficiency's
• People development through leadership and coaching
• KPI adherence, value added development of work practices and the ability to solve novel problems.
• Implementation of continuous improvement to drive world class standards
• Pro-activity in developing and sharing best practice.

Your experience:

• Operational leadership experience gained in an Food manufacturing environment
• Experience of implementing continuous improvement with an aptitude for using data to identify and solve issues. Knowledge of a range of lean tools.
• Experience of managing budgets and P&L.
• Passion for operations complimented by a broader understanding and appreciation of business and able to contribute to the senior leadership team.
• Able to balance the hands on and strategic elements of the role.
• Show a clear vision for getting the best out of people and processe