Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead their production and warehousing operations in Glenrothes. This exciting role offers the chance to drive efficiency and safety while overseeing a large, multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will implement operational strategies, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and play a key role in achieving commercial growth. With a competitive salary and bonus, this position offers real opportunities for influence and development within a collaborative and high-performing environment. If you're ready for a new leadership challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Package

Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Collaborative Work Environment

Leadership Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in senior operations or production management roles.
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production, warehouse, and maintenance functions.
• Develop and implement operational strategies for customer service excellence.

Skills

Operations Management

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Financial Data Interpretation

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Operations Manager

Location: Glenrothes, Scotland (Office-Based)

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

About the Role:

We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Operations Manager on behalf of a leading business within the manufacturing and construction products sector. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a dynamic operations professional to oversee production, warehousing, maintenance, and tooling operations, driving efficiency, safety, and performance across the site.

As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for delivering a customer-focused service, optimising site performance, and supporting commercial growth plans. You will lead a large, multidisciplinary team, driving operational strategies, continuous improvement initiatives, and talent development within a busy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage production, warehouse, toolroom, and maintenance functions across the business unit.
• Ensure a culture of continuous improvement with safety as the number one priority.
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned to customer service excellence, product reliability, and availability.
• Track and monitor KPIs across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and efficiency, and drive improvement initiatives to achieve operational goals.
• Proactively maintain and improve capital equipment performance, driving sustainable asset management.
• Lead the site’s S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) process in partnership with commercial and supply chain teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the implementation of digital site solutions.
• Provide strong leadership, developing and nurturing talent to maximise team effectiveness.
• Proactively resolve operational, quality, and maintenance issues to prevent delays and reduce costs.
• Align operational objectives with broader commercial growth strategies.
• Act as a role model for company values, culture, and leadership development frameworks.

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience in a senior operations, manufacturing, or production management role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven leadership abilities with experience managing large direct and indirect teams.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret financial data and apply commercial insights.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of resilience, tenacity, and the ability to deliver results under pressure.
• Strong decision-making skills with a creative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a hands-on leadership style.

What Our Client Offers:

• A permanent, full-time leadership role based in Glenrothes.
• Competitive salary package with bonus and comprehensive benefits.
• A collaborative and high-performing working environment.
• Real opportunities to influence operational strategy and site performance.
• A leadership position within an organisation known for innovation, development, and customer excellence.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Operations Manager looking for a new leadership challenge within manufacturing and want to play a key role in shaping a growing site’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us:

We are a recruitment agency specialising in mid to senior-level roles. Our expertise and industry knowledge allow us to connect top talent with outstanding opportunities. We are dedicated to supporting both our clients and candidates in achieving their goals.