Operations Manager

TipTopJob; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A major building products manufacturer is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a key production area. The role will involve management of processes, leading a diverse team, driving health and safety, and ensuring continuous improvement in operations. This position offers the chance to be part of the senior management team in an expanding organization with significant investment and growth potential.

Benefits

Pension

Performance-related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced Operations Manager with a strong background in high-volume manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead and coach teams effectively.
• Strong planning and organizational capabilities to meet production demands.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume manufacturing processes and daily operations.
• Develop and mentor a team to foster a positive work environment.
• Implement and review procedures and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Organizational Skills

Performance Management

Health and Safety Culture

Education

Management or supervisory qualifications (ILM, NVQ4, HNC, Degree, IOSH)

BTEC Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Technical Network has been retained by a major building products manufacturer to source an experienced Operations Manager. Responsible for one of their key production areas, this role provides a brilliant opportunity for a resilient and driven individual to make their mark on a growing UK business.

Operations Manager

Salary: c GBP 60,000 + benefits

Location: Worcestershire (commutable from Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Droitwich, Bromyard, Ludlow areas)

Job Purpose

• Management of a high-volume manufacturing process overseeing day-to-day operations for the site against H&S, QCD performance metrics
• Develop and grow your direct reports and the team around you to build a positive and nurturing environment
• Implementation and review of Standard Operating Procedures/KPIs
• Manage and mentor a diverse team, fostering engagement and professional growth
• Driving a strong culture of Health and Safety on site
• Leading and driving Continuous Improvement activities

Experience Required

You will already be an experienced Operations Manager or Senior Production Manager working within a fast-paced volume manufacturing environment and seeking your next career step with an expanding and successful organisation.

• Experience of leading teams in high-volume/large batch production pressurised manufacturing environment
• Experience of coaching and mentoring an already strong team
• Able to plan and organise manning, materials, and production in a busy environment along with excellent management, prioritisation, and organisational skills
• Assertive, independent, and self-sufficient with the ability to cope effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to drive performance against KPIs
• Management or supervisory qualifications: ILM, NVQ4, HNC, Degree, IOSH
• Time served / BTEC Mechanical Engineering and lean/sigma training highly desirable

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing professional with leadership experience to be part of the senior management team within an expanding organisation with continued investment from the group. In return, my client offers a generous salary, pension, and performance-related bonus scheme. Above all, this is an opportunity to make a real contribution to the success and growth of the business and become an instrumental part of the senior management team.

Apply online or call Robert Wigley for a confidential discussion.

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