Manager Operations

Sibelco Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco is recruiting an Operations Manager for our Glass Recycling site in Sheffield. You will organize, optimize and continually improve production, maintenance and safety across the cluster, driving zero-harm culture and first-class service to customers.

Responsibilities include leading the operational team, managing costs, improving yields, and implementing operating excellence tools while developing talent and ensuring compliance with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Industry experience in operations management preferred.
• Strong leadership and people development skills.

Responsibilities

• Zero Harm approach to operational safety.
• First-class service to the customer.
• Best competitive cost position (cost reduction, yield improvement, value products).
• Highest standard of industry in processes, quality, environment and health and safety.
• Continuity in time of mining and processing activities.
• Development of talent, competence and career progression of staff.
• Implementation of Operation Excellence principles and tools.

Job description

Manager Operations

Location:

Sheffield

At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.

For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Are We the Perfect Match?

At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.

Job Description:

For our Glass Recycling site is Sheffield, we are recruiting a Manager Operations.

Within the Glass Recycling Cluster, the Manager Operations organizes, optimizes and continually improves the operational,production and maintenance activities, taking into account the Sibelco Values and policies.

The Operations Manager has to drive his/her operational organization in order to maintain and develop theprocessing plants of the Cluster to guarantee:

• Zero Harm approach to operational safety.
• First-class service to the customer.
• Best competitive cost position (cost reduction, increase site yield, better value- products, better processes, product management and production scheduling).
• Highest standard of the Industry in term of processes, quality, environment and legal obligation respect and health and safety.
• Continuity in time of the mining and processing activities.
• Development of talent, competence and career progression of staff within the area.
• Implementation of the Operation Excellence principles and tools

Employee Type:

Permanent

Why Join Us?

Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:

• Meet Our People: Careers
• Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More
• Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities

We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.