Operations Director

JR United Kingdom; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Rotherham is seeking an Operations Director to drive operational performance and lead business growth. This role involves strategic direction, team management, and working in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate has extensive CNC machining experience and proven leadership skills. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £110,000, company bonus, and enhanced pension.

Benefits

Company Bonus

Enhanced Pension

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge within CNC Machining.
• Experience of regulated environments such as Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Medical.
• Proven people leadership with teams over 50 employees.
• Experience in Senior Leadership Role like Head of Manufacturing/Operations.
• Skilled in people-first management.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational performance by monitoring key metrics.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration including resource planning and budgeting.
• Manage and develop teams ensuring compliance with HSE standards.

Skills

CNC Machining

People leadership

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Job description

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Elevation Recruitment Group - Engineering& Manufacturing are excited to be exclusively partnered with a Manufacturer in Rotherham in their search for an Operations Director to join them on a permanent basis. My client specialises in Precision Engineering supplying into highly regulated markets with a Turnover of £25million and around c40 employees.

• Up to £110,000
• Company Bonus
• Enhanced Pension

As an Operations Director- you will be a key member on the Board of Directors - playing a key part in the planned business growth through strategic direction, enhancing operational performance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Drive operational performance by monitoring key metrics, leading improvement projects, and ensuring alignment with delivery and cost targets.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration, including resource planning (S&OP), budgeting, job costing, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage and develop teams through coaching, reviews, and effective communication, while ensuring compliance with HSE and legal standards.

Experience Required:

• Extensive knowledge within CNC Machining
• Experience of regulated environments i.e.: Oil & Gas, Aerospace, Medical etc
• Proven within people leadership with teams more than 50 employees
• Experience working within a Senior Leadership Role ie: Head of Manufacturing/ Operations or above
• Skilled in people-first management approaches, evidenced throughout your career
• Working within a fast paced, dynamic manufacturing business ideally with experience within an SME with Turnovers over £15million

Apply now or for a confidential discussion about this Operations Director position