Operations Manager

Reevr; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Excellent Benefits

Onsite role

Job summary

Reevr in Hitchin seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, drive operational excellence, and uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, delivery, and efficiency at the site.

You will collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to meet objectives and support growth. The role requires leadership of production teams and strong knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma in a regulated aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Operations Manager in aerospace/defense or highly regulated manufacturing.
• Proven leadership of production teams.
• Knowledge of aerospace processes, quality standards and regulations.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Degree qualification or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop manufacturing and production teams to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee production planning and execution to ensure on-time delivery and efficiency.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to boost productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, health and safety requirements, and industry regulations.
• Monitor KPIs and implement actions to improve performance.
• Manage resources, inventory, and supply chain activities to support production needs.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and performance targets.

Skills

Leadership

Production management

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Aerospace manufacturing

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree qualified

Job description

Hitchin £70,000 - £80,000 Bonus Excellent Benefits Permanent Onsite 5 Days Per Week

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join a leading manufacturing organisation based in Hitchin.

This Operations Manager role is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations, driving operational excellence, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, delivery, and efficiency across the site. The successful Operations Manager will work closely with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to achieve business objectives and support continued growth.

Key Responsibilities for the appointed Operations Manager

• Lead and develop manufacturing and production teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee production planning and execution to ensure on-time delivery and operational efficiency.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, health and safety requirements, and industry regulations.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement actions to improve performance.
• Manage resources, inventory, and supply chain activities to support production requirements.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and operational performance targets

The selected Operations Manager will have the following requirements for the position.

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager within aerospace, defence, precision engineering, or a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing production teams.
• Good understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Degree-qualified or equivalent industry experience; relevant certifications are advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Operations Manager looking to make a significant impact.