Manufacturing Operations Leader

Ad Talent; Norwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare after probation

Life assurance

Paid volunteering time

Company sick pay

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Option to purchase two extra days

Job summary

Ad Talent is seeking a Head of Operations to lead our Norwich manufacturing site. You will oversee production planning, lead a high-performing team and drive continuous improvement across operations to meet demand with high quality and safety standards.

You will combine day-to-day operational leadership with longer-term improvement, developing people, reducing waste and controlling costs. This role focuses on delivering reliable targets and strong financial performance in a fast paced

Qualifications

• Proven track record in manufacturing management, achieving production targets and improving operational efficiency.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, coach and develop production teams.
• Practical knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in budget management and cost control.
• A thorough understanding of health and safety requirements relating to machinery and equipment.
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
• Experience working across departments to achieve shared production goals.
• Clear communication and ability to analyse performance data with reports.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to getting things right first time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production planning, scheduling and resource allocation to meet targets and customer requirements.
• Drive improvements in efficiency, waste reduction and production costs through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach and develop the production management team, building teamwork, accountability and productivity.
• Monitor production performance, identify areas for improvement and implement effective corrective actions.
• Work with Production Managers and departmental supervisors to maintain quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Champion workplace safety, ensuring safe working practices and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement and safety and quality teams to improve processes and support new product introductions.
• Work closely with engineering to maintain equipment availability and minimise downtime.
• Manage production budgets, cost control and capital expenditure planning.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Budget management

Health & safety

Problem solving

Cross-functional collab

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

Job description

Ad Talent is seeking a Head of Operations to lead our Norwich manufacturing site. You will oversee production planning, lead a high-performing team and drive continuous improvement across operations to meet demand with high quality and safety standards.

You will combine day-to-day operational leadership with longer-term improvement, developing people, reducing waste and controlling costs. This role focuses on delivering reliable targets and strong financial performance in a fast paced