Operations Leader - Lean Manufacturing 40+ Team

TipTopJob; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Wales is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily production operations. The ideal candidate will manage a team of 40, drive process improvements, and ensure operational excellence. The role offers a salary of up to £60,000 and benefits such as Early Finish Fridays. This is a key leadership position with opportunities for real influence and career progression.

Benefits

Up to £60,000 salary

Early Finish Fridays

Leadership role with influence

Qualifications

• Experienced Operations/Production Manager from manufacturing or engineering.
• Confident on the shop floor with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach.
• Passionate about improving culture, systems, and performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations for a team of 40.
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs including quality, output, efficiency, and downtime.

Skills

Strong people leadership

Communication skills

Lean manufacturing

Root-cause investigations

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Wales is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee daily production operations. The ideal candidate will manage a team of 40, drive process improvements, and ensure operational excellence. The role offers a salary of up to £60,000 and benefits such as Early Finish Fridays. This is a key leadership position with opportunities for real influence and career progression.