Manufacturing Operations Lead | Lean & Growth Driver

Owen Daniels; Camberley; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail discount

Profit share

Cycle to work

Healthcare plan

Volunteer days

Early finish on Fridays

Annual leave

Job summary

Owen Daniels is seeking a hands-on Head of Operations to lead a growing manufacturing operation. This senior leadership role combines strategic oversight with practical, day-to-day leadership to shape how the business operates and delivers results.

You will drive operational efficiency across Production, Planning, Procurement and Logistics, identify smarter ways of working, lead continuous improvement, and use data and KPIs to inform decision-making as a key member of the senior leadership team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading operations within a manufacturing environment.
• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or related field.
• Track record of improving efficiency, productivity and operational performance.
• Experience leading continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational efficiency, productivity and continuous improvement.
• Identify smarter, more effective ways of working and turn ideas into action.
• Lead Production, Planning, Procurement and Logistics teams.
• Use data and KPIs to drive performance and decision-making.
• Contribute to wider business strategy as a key member of the senior leadership team.

Skills

Ops leadership

Lean manufacturing

Performance management

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering/Manufacturing/Operations degree

Job description

Owen Daniels is seeking a hands-on Head of Operations to lead a growing manufacturing operation. This senior leadership role combines strategic oversight with practical, day-to-day leadership to shape how the business operates and delivers results.

You will drive operational efficiency across Production, Planning, Procurement and Logistics, identify smarter ways of working, lead continuous improvement, and use data and KPIs to inform decision-making as a key member of the senior leadership team.