Manufacturing Operations Manager / Director Designate

Future Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Leader in the United Kingdom to oversee two manufacturing sites focusing on printed labels and flexible packaging. The role involves enhancing operational performance, driving productivity, and leading a high-performing team. Ideal candidates have a substantial leadership background in manufacturing and possess strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a clear pathway to a Director role.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Clear progression pathway towards Director level

Opportunity to make a strategic impact

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in labels, flexible packaging, or print manufacturing.
• Strong people management and process improvement track record.
• Skilled in modern manufacturing techniques and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of manufacturing operations across both sites.
• Ensure on-time delivery with high standards of quality and safety.
• Drive productivity improvements and waste reduction.

Skills

Leadership experience in labels or flexible packaging

People management

Process improvement

Modern manufacturing techniques

Excellent communication skills

Job description

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Manufacturing Operations Manager / Director Designate

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Client:

Future Recruitment

Location:

United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

25.08.2025

Expiry Date:

09.10.2025

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Job Description:

We're searching for a dynamic Operations Leader to take ownership of two fast-paced manufacturing sites specialising in printed labels and flexible packaging. This is a hands-on, strategic role for someone ready to drive operational performance today while shaping the growth of tomorrow.

• Reporting to the Managing Director, you'll lead all aspects of manufacturing operations across both sites - production, planning, warehousing, logistics, maintenance, and quality.
• You'll manage a team of 6 functional leads and around 50 manufacturing staff, fostering a high-performance culture built on accountability, efficiency, and collaboration.

Key Focus Areas

• Ensure on-time delivery with the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency
• Drive productivity improvements, waste reduction, and cost control
• Lead, coach, and develop the operations team for current and future growth
• Support strategic plans, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing initiatives
• Oversee new product introductions, process improvements, and CAPEX projects
• Maintain compliance with industry standards (BRCGS, ISO, etc.)

Candidate Profile

• Proven leadership experience in labels, flexible packaging, or print manufacturing
• Strong people management and process improvement track record
• Skilled in modern manufacturing techniques and quality systems
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership abilities
• Desirable: multi-site experience, ERP/MRP knowledge, and lean/continuous improvement expertise

What's on Offer

• A pivotal leadership role in a growing, ambitious business
• Clear progression pathway towards Director level
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Real scope to make an operational and strategic impact