Operations Director

H Squared Talent Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Director for a high-precision equipment manufacturer in the UK. The successful candidate will manage a team of 15-20, ensuring timely order delivery and driving continuous improvement across operations. Applicants should have strong leadership skills, Lean Six Sigma qualifications, and experience in manufacturing electro-mechanical products. This role offers the opportunity to influence the business's future and be part of a collaborative leadership team.

Benefits

Excellent bonus scheme

Board-level position

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience within the manufacturing of electro-mechanical products.
• Proven experience of line and task management of operations teams with up to 30 people.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of 15-20 people, providing leadership and coaching.
• Be a key part of the Senior Leadership Team, developing the company's strategy alongside the MD.
• Ensuring all orders are delivered on time, to cost & quality requirements.
• Performance management of the team, including regular 1-to-1s to review performance.
• Implement new procedures and drive operational excellence.

Skills

Strong leadership capability

Lean Six Sigma qualified

Operational excellence mindset

Self-motivated and empathetic

Strong business acumen

Job description

Benefits

• Excellent bonus scheme
• Board-level position
• Additional benefits

I am partnered with a company offering you the opportunity to be an instrumental part of their next stage of growth. An SME that designs and manufactures high‑precision equipment used for cutting‑edge research globally, that wants someone who can help drive continuous improvement across operations and the wider business. They are looking for someone to lead their manufacturing operation and be an active part of the leadership team, taking them to the next level.

They have a fantastic working environment and a genuinely collaborative leadership team. They encourage driving continuous improvement, taking accountability and team development. They have an operations department that is running very well, but there are plenty of opportunities to make improvements. This will be an opportunity where you can really influence the future of the business and reap the rewards.

Role Overview

Operations Director

You will be responsible for production, procurement, planning, stock control & shipping, and after‑sales. Your role will include:

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of 15-20 people, providing leadership and coaching to increase the team's capability and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Be a key part of the Senior Leadership Team, developing the company's strategy alongside the MD.
• Ensuring all orders are delivered on time, to cost & quality requirements.
• Performance management of the team, including regular 1‑to‑1s to review performance and develop objectives.
• Using your experience and knowledge to help the business deliver its strategic growth goals.
• Implement new procedures and drive operational excellence.

If this sounds like it could be for you, please get in touch to discuss the details in confidence.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience within the manufacturing of electro‑mechanical products.
• Strong leadership capability with management experience.
• Lean Six Sigma qualified.
• A change agent with an operational excellence mindset.
• Self‑motivated, approachable and empathetic.
• Strong business acumen and a high level of integrity.
• Not afraid to be hands‑on and lead by example.
• Proven experience of line and task management of operations teams with up to 30 people.