Operations Manager

Manucomm Recruitment Ltd; Cullompton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Manager in Cullompton, offering a salary up to £50,000 DOE. The role involves overseeing operational activities, building a motivated team, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience in food or pharma production management and strong leadership skills. This is an opportunity to grow within a company in development and make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a similar Food/Pharma production or packhouse management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage cross-functional teams.
• Solid knowledge of FSA, hygiene, and health & safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations.
• Build and mentor a high-performing, motivated team.
• Drive KPI performance and ensure customer orders are fulfilled on time.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of FSA standards

Organisational skills

KPI management

IT skills (Excel)

Job description

Overview

Operations Manager, Cullompton. Up to £50,000 DOE

As a result of growth, my client is seeking an Operations Manager in a newly created role. This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on challenge, brings a "can-do" mindset, and has a track record of delivering results across productivity, people, and compliance. You will be working for a company that is going through a period of extended development and has recently invested in a new site. This is an opportunity to grow within the company and make a difference.

Within the role you will be responsible for overseeing the operational activities of the business, including production and fulfilment. This is a key strategic and hands-on leadership role, responsible for driving efficiency, continuous improvement, and cost-effectiveness, while ensuring the highest standards of product quality and safety, while cultivating a high-performance culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations across designated production or packhouse areas.
• Build and mentor a high-performing, motivated team focused on efficiency and quality.
• Drive KPI performance and ensure customer orders are fulfilled in full, on time, and to specification.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and FSA standards.
• Promote and maintain a strong health & safety culture.
• Identify and implement strategies for continuous improvement in efficiency, waste reduction, and quality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a similar Food / Pharma production or packhouse management
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage cross-functional teams.
• Solid knowledge of FSA, hygiene, and health & safety protocols (IOSHH desirable).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Confidence working with KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel or production systems.

This position is likely to suit a Production Manager, Shift Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Supervisor or Factory Manager, Operations Manager.