Operations Manager

Ultra Electronics Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday

Life assurance (4x salary)

Flexible benefits package

funded health benefits

Pension scheme (up to 8%)

Team events

Job summary

Ultra PCS in Cheltenham seeks an Operations Manager to oversee resources on the shop floor, drive continuous improvement, and lead production programs to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets.

You will manage Production Managers, implement lean initiatives, and ensure compliant, cost-effective operations aligned with company strategy and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials planning systems (MRP/ERP) and order generation logic.
• Understanding of supply chain management concepts: production planning, scheduling, purchasing, inventory, logistics.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques and driver for change.
• Strategic planning, business acumen, customer and commercial awareness.
• Direct and lead cross-functional process improvement teams; supervisory/managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate resources on the Cheltenham shop floor to meet production demand.
• Lead improvement efforts using Eaton tools such as EBS, ELS, EQS and Six Sigma.
• Provide leadership to Production Managers and train personnel to improve organizational capability.
• Establish quality controls and safe working environment in line with standards and regulations.
• Drive cost reduction and increase factory throughput while maintaining quality and delivery.

Skills

Materials planning (MRP/ERP)

Supply chain concepts

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Manufacturing technologies

Strategic planning

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

People management

Job description

Flexible Working

Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Job Description

Eaton MSD Cheltenham are looking for an Operations Manager who will be responsible for the management of resources across Cheltenham shop floor Operations to meet the demands of the business / profit plan. Combining outstanding people skills with strong technical, manufacturing, commercial and business expertise, the successful candidate will lead by example to inspire best practice, using continuous improvement driving towards world-class standards and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for operational safety, quality, cost and on time delivery of products Coordinate projects and production programs in support of divisional and plant objectives. Manage improvement efforts using Eaton tools such as EBS, ELS, EQS, Six Sigma, etc. Responsible for the Production Managers, supporting them to plan, select, appraise and train personnel, continuously improving Organizational Capability. Establish appropriate quality controls underpinned by process verification to ensure quality of product is maintained in line with standards. Provide a safe working environment by providing a facility, tools and equipment that comply with legal requirements and Eaton MESH requirements. Develop and monitor value stream and individual goals, objectives and growth to improve plant performance Provide the atmosphere, leadership, innovation and working environment to support actions in the work place to reduce cost of manufacture and increase factory throughput / efficiency Provide leadership and direction in the development, maintenance and improvement of processes to meet the needs of all stakeholders: Customers, Stockholder, Employees, Suppliers, our environment and community. Direct expense, capital budgets and administer necessary controls to ensure effective attainment. Maintain a high morale level within all departments and maintain a work environment in accordance with Eaton Philosophy & Work Practices. Drive a continuous improvement culture and drive Eaton Management Excellence and high ethical standards. To support generation of an operational strategy aimed at achieving the manufacturing cost and volume targets. Other tasks as assigned by Plant Manager

Knowledge & Experience

Knowledge of materials planning systems (MRP/ERP) requirements and order generation process logic Understanding of Supply Chain Management operational concepts surrounding production planning, scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, logistics, stockroom operations, and shipping/receiving Have implemented lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques and have the necessary skills to act as a driver for change. Thorough understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes Be able to demonstrate strategic planning, business acumen, customer and commercial awareness. Ability to direct and lead cross-functional process improvement teams Multiple years of related professional and Supervisory/Managerial experience

Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities.

Benefits

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37hrs) plus bank holidays
• 4 times annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Funded health benefits
• Pension Scheme - up to 8% employer contributions
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Ultra specialises in providing application-engineered bespoke solutions. We focus on our customers’ mission critical and intelligent systems in the defence, security, critical detection, & control markets. Our capabilities and technologies can be found on many of the world’s long-term military programmes. We employ over 4,500 employees across the globe and are listed on the London Stock Exchange.