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Operations Manager

Stirling Warrington

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee production and drive operational excellence. The role focuses on safety, quality, and cost efficiencies within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Candidates should have proven experience in manufacturing management, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical and Dental scheme

Qualifications

Proven leadership in a manufacturing setting, ideally aerospace or similar.
Strong planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Champion HSE compliance and Zero Harm initiatives.
Deliver Zero Defects through process control and defect reduction strategies.
Lead, coach, and develop Production Team Leaders and Operators.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Problem-Solving

Communication

Continuous Improvement Methodologies

Education

Experience in manufacturing setting

This range is provided by Stirling Warrington. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Operations Manager.

Birmingham.

Up to £60,000 per annum DOE + car allowance.

Monday to Friday 08:30 – 16:30

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for operational excellence in a manufacturing environment? Our client is looking for a driven Operations Manager to lead their production operation and drive success across Safety, Quality, Cost, and People.

Reporting directly to the Business Unit Manager, you’ll be at the heart of their mission to deliver Zero Harm, Zero Defects, and world-class productivity. This is your chance to make a real impact in a business that values continuous improvement, innovation, and employee development.

Medical and Dental scheme.

Key Responsibilities:

Champion HSE compliance and Zero Harm initiatives across your area.
Deliver Zero Defects through process control, standard work, and defect reduction strategies.
Manage TOC lines, schedules, and on-time delivery to meet customer expectations.
Lead, coach, and develop Production Team Leaders and Operators to achieve their best.
Meet budget targets, optimize labour costs, and manage daily production plans.
Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and HR to meet plant goals.
Use Lean tools (6S, FMEA, SPC, PDCA) to boost performance and eliminate waste.
Build a flexible, skilled, and engaged workforce in a unionised setting.

What We’re Looking For:

Proven leadership in a manufacturing setting, ideally aerospace or similar.
Experience in fast paced environments and people management.
Strong planning, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in continuous improvement methodologies – Lean, Six Sigma.
Comfortable managing budgets, priorities, and high-performance teams.
Solid knowledge of ISO9001, OSHA18001, ISO14001 is a plus.

Reach out to Justin Norley at Stirling Warrington to learn more.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Management
Industries
Engineering Services and Manufacturing

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