Head Of Operations

Probe UK; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European business seeks a dynamic Head of Operations to drive high performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires strong leadership, deep understanding of lean methodologies, and experience in managing growth and efficiency in operations. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Management Bonus Scheme

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life insurance cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven Head of Operations / Operations Director experience within Manufacturing.
• Experience with a business circa 50 million+ turnover.
• Very much hands-on, but also strategic.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across operational functions.
• Champion Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality culture.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and operational efficiency.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cost Control

Budgeting

Forecasting

Data-driven Decision Making

Proactive Health and Safety

Education

Engineering Qualification

Business Qualification

Tools

ERP Systems

MRP Systems

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and strategic Head of Operations to join a European leading business, where making a difference to people s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do.

Head of Operations, Salary, Hours and Benefits

• £80,000 - £90,000+
• Car allowance
• Management Bonus Scheme
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday, 7:00am 3:00pm (with some flexibility)
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life insurance cover
• Employee Assistance Programme

Essential Requirements

• Proven Head of Operations / Operations Director experience within Manufacturing.
• Experience of working for a business circa 50 million+ turnover.
• An Engineering background, someone who has risen through a business.
• Very much hands-on, but also strategic.
• A business qualification would be advantageous.
• Deep understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Commercially astute with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Head of Operations Key Responsibilities

• The Head of Operations will provide strong, strategic leadership across operational functions to drive high performance and collaboration.
• Championing a proactive Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality culture.
• Maintaining profitability during rapid business expansion.
• Using data-driven KPIs and metrics to guide planning and decision-making.
• Driving Lean Manufacturing and operational efficiency - championing a zero-defect mindset to improve overall quality standards.
• Leading and developing the Engineering function.
• Managing growth across international operations.
• Implementing effective production workflows to boost productivity and minimise waste.
• Taking ownership of the post-sales process to enhance cross-team collaboration and service delivery.
• Identifying cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality - embedding a culture of continuous improvement across all teams.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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