Operations Manager

Hiring People; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations during a period of growth. This role offers the opportunity to work with a talented team committed to excellence in metal production. You will oversee production processes, manage skilled teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards while driving continuous improvement. The company values teamwork and innovation, providing a supportive environment for career development. If you're passionate about operational excellence and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Profit Share Scheme

33 days of paid holiday

Company sick pay scheme

Car Allowance

Private Medical Cover

Enhanced Employer Pension Contribution

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Family-friendly working hours

Team building events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing operations management.
• Ability to analyse production KPIs and implement improvements.
• Strong leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee profit and loss performance of operations.
• Develop strategies to maximise productivity and minimise waste.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Metalworking experience

Production process analysis

People leadership

ERP systems familiarity

Problem-solving skills

ISO standards understanding

Tools

CAD software

Production planning tools

Job description

Are you excited at the prospect of taking a leading role in taking a business to the next level? Do you want to join a team who are brilliant at what they do, while genuinely wanting to support each other to do a great job?

At JC Metalworks, we design and manufacture high-volume precision metalwork products which can finish up in FTSE100 companies, high-street brands, design agencies or SMEs.We're well on our way to becoming the UK's leading experts in sheet metal production, driven by an exceptionally talented team of people, each one an expert in their field and committed to excellence for our customers.

As we grow, we're looking for talented and enthusiastic people who want to develop their career in a progressive workplace that values and rewards teamwork, new ideas and a commitment to doing a great job, and we're now looking for an Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing operations at an exciting time of growth for our business.

More about the Operations Manager role:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Operations Manager to oversee and enhance the efficiency of our manufacturing operation.This role requires a strong leader with proven expertise in leading skilled manufacturing teams, managing production processes, and ensuring quality control.The ideal candidate will ensure smooth workflows, compliance with industry standards, and continuous improvement in our manufacturing processes.

Your duties and responsibilities will be:

• Oversee and manage the profit and loss performance of Operations, ensuring the achievement of financial goals
• Develop and implement operational strategies to maximise productivity and minimise waste.
• Oversee production processes to maintain high-quality standards.
• Manage inventory, procurement, and supply chain operations for raw materials and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting.
• Lead and develop a team of skilled people, providing coaching and support to enhance performance.
• Optimise production schedules to meet customer demands while maintaining cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and design teams to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Monitor equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs to avoid downtime.
• Utilise Lean Manufacturing methodologies for continuous improvement.
• Ensure operational areas remain ISO9001/ISO14001 compliant and support any revised system requirements.

The skills and experience we're looking for:

• Proven experience in metalworking, manufacturing, or industrial operations management.
• Ability to analyse production KPIs and implement process improvements.
• People leadership experience gained in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, CAD software, and production planning tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Understanding of ISO quality standards and industry best practices.

What we expect from you:

At JC Metalworks, we live by our values:

• Fair and open: voicing your views constructively, communicating honestly and treating everyone with respect.
• Reliable and trustworthy: being a 'go-to' person who gets the job done, working safely, taking care of our workplace and machinery, wanting to do more than what's expected.
• Creative thinking: always coming up with new ideas, not scared to try new things (even if they don't work), identifies problems and then finds solutions.
• Team effort: supporting your colleagues and the wider team, focused on what's best for the overall department and company.

What you can expect working at JC Metalworks

We're a family business genuinely committed to taking care of our employees and helping them thrive.We want everyone to have a great experience at work - one where they get the satisfaction and challenge from a job well done and can work in a well-equipped, high-tech and safe environment.Some of our benefits include:

• The JC Metalworks Profit Share Scheme
• 33 days of paid holiday (including eight bank holidays)
• Extra holidays at three and five years of service
• Company sick pay scheme
• Car Allowance
• Private Medical Cover including family cover
• Enhanced Employer Pension Contribution
• Healthcare cash plan and life cover plan
• Cycle to work and electric car schemes
• Excellent career progression opportunities, with comprehensive personalised training programmes for everyone
• Family-friendly working hours and policies
• Company functions, team building and social events throughout the year

Here, every employee has a voice and we want to hear everyone's opinions and ideas, no matter their background or role or how long they've been here.Likewise, we expect everyone, at every level of the organisation to get the respect they deserve.

We've come a long way in the past 39 years, but we're not stopping there.We're committed to keep progressing and are looking for people who want to help us drive that change.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you - apply now with your CV.

Apply using the link provided, submitting your CV and your answers to the two questions:

Questions:

What do think are the top 3 most important skills required for a successful Operations Manager in industrial operations management?

What has been your greatest achievement in leading a team in a manufacturing environment?

Closing date - 16th May

What happens next?

We will feedback by COP on the 20th May, If you're successful in getting through to the next phase, the following dates have beenprovisionallyset:

Telephone interviews - from 12th May to 20th May

Online DISC Assessments - 23rd May

1stInterview (Group) - 28th May or 29th May

2ndInterview & Presentation - 3rd June or 4th June

Feedback - 6th June.

Good Luck!