Operations Leader

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Leader to drive operational excellence in Bolton. This role involves ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while leading a diverse team. You will collaborate across functions to optimize processes and achieve financial targets. As a key member of the leadership team, you will champion continuous improvement and foster a culture aligned with company values. If you are passionate about manufacturing and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension – Company matched up to 7%

3 x Salary Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Lifeworks EAP

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Option to purchase additional annual leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrated manufacturing and leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of quality control and cost optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment and culture for employees.
• Monitor production costs and implement improvement initiatives.
• Lead and develop the team to meet performance metrics.

Skills

Safety and compliance commitment

Manufacturing processes understanding

Cost optimisation

ERP/MRP systems (SAP)

Data analysis tools

Lean Manufacturing principles

Six Sigma methodology

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Tools

Manufacturing software

ERP/MRP systems (SAP)

Job description

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We are looking for an experienced Operations Leader to join our team in Bolton.

The Operations Leader is responsible for ensuring that Safety, Quality, Service, Cost and People expectations are met whilst continually striving for Operational Excellence. You will collaborate with other functions such as EHS, Quality, R&D, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering and HR. The Operations Leader will report to the Operations Director and will be a member of the UK Industrials Leadership Team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment and culture for Mativ employees and visitors whilst enforcing policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure that the production department consistently operates in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Setting and delivering of financial and non-financial budget & forecasts.
• Monitor and analyse production costs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost reduction initiatives without compromising on safety or quality.
• Provide the necessary leadership and resources to ensure that all products and services supplied by the site are at the highest possible levels, are consistent with company targets, and meeting customer specifications on time in full achieving site service requirements (OTIF).
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess and improve manufacturing performance.
• Identify opportunities for process optimisation, automation, and efficiency improvements.
• Champion a culture of Continuous Improvement.
• Manage all resources towards achieving the most efficient use, including but not limited to materials, labour, equipment, and energy.
• Lead, coach and develop your team to ensure effective delivery of metrics.
• Regularly report on plant performance to senior leadership, identifying areas of success and areas requiring attention.
• Drive cultural transformation ensuring that all employees understand Mativ Values and they are effectively applied to achieve results.
• Work closely with Human Resources to support training, career development succession planning and employee relations.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and cost optimisation.
• Proficient in using manufacturing software, ERP/MRP systems (SAP), and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodology is an advantage plus.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Demonstrated manufacturing and leadership experience.
• Demonstrated Lean Manufacturing experience.
• Pension – Company matched up to 7%
• 3 x Salary Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection – payable for up to 2yrs at 50% of salary
• Lifeworks EAP
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme
• Option to purchase additional annual leave

Mativ

As a leading global specialty materials company, Mativ believes in the potential of what we can do, together, to improve life for people everywhere, every day.

We help customers solve complex problems and bring bold ideas to life with scientific and engineering know-how, creative and collaborative solutions, and manufacturing excellence, all on a global scale and across broad capabilities.

We share your aspirations to make air safer, water cleaner and the earth greener with stronger and safer products and solutions. We’re uniquely positioned to meet your rapidly evolving needs with manufacturing capabilities across four continents.

You can learn more about us on www.mativ.com.