Manufacturing Operations Leader — Flexible 3–5 Day Week

Ten Human Resources; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ten Human Resources is seeking a General Manager to lead day‑to‑day operations at our Gloucestershire site, guiding production, procurement, logistics, and administration with a practical, hands‑on leadership style. This role offers real flexibility with 3–5 days per week, tailored to the candidate's experience and preferred rhythm.

You will report to the Owner/MD, drive cost control, quality, and continuous improvement, and collaborate across our overseas facilities to ensure alignment and

Qualifications

• Senior operational management experience in manufacturing (ideally window hardware or related sectors).
• Strong knowledge of procurement, production planning, logistics, and administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities across production, procurement, logistics and administration.
• Lead and support the Gloucestershire team with strong communication and performance.
• Maintain output, efficiency, and quality across hardware production.
• Monitor budgets, spending and operational costs.
• Uphold quality standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with overseas facilities to ensure alignment and consistency.
• Work with Owner/MD on operational priorities and long-term planning.

Skills

Operational leadership

Team management

Procurement

Production planning

Logistics

Budgeting

Quality assurance

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

The Ten Human Resources is seeking a General Manager to lead day‑to‑day operations at our Gloucestershire site, guiding production, procurement, logistics, and administration with a practical, hands‑on leadership style. This role offers real flexibility with 3–5 days per week, tailored to the candidate's experience and preferred rhythm.

You will report to the Owner/MD, drive cost control, quality, and continuous improvement, and collaborate across our overseas facilities to ensure alignment and