Operations Manager

Win Berry; Malvern; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected food manufacturer in England is seeking an experienced Operations Manager who can lead production teams and introduce operational changes. The role requires a degree in engineering or a related field and a strong background in food manufacturing. You will implement lean initiatives, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Competitive salary between £60,000 - £70,000 per annum plus benefits, with significant autonomy and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Autonomy in role

Qualifications

• Proven track record in food/feed manufacturing, ideally in an SME.
• Strong lean / Six Sigma experience.
• Confident and able to lead teams through change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor production teams, ensuring engagement.
• Drive lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement strategies for supply continuity during seasonal peaks.
• Monitor quality and reduce waste in production.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and QA.
• Support CAPEX projects and maintain machinery performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and health standards.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Team mentoring

Education

Degree in engineering or science

Job description

Operations Manager

£60,000 - £70,000 per annum plus benefits

Evesham

Are you a confident, motivated leader who can inspire teams and drive operational change?

We're exclusively recruiting for a well-established manufacturer in the food sector, supplying quality products to major customers across the UK. They’re seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to take ownership of production, embed continuous improvement, and mentor a loyal but change‑resistant workforce.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll lead production departments to deliver on safety, quality, time, and budget while introducing lean initiatives to transform ways of working. You’ll have the autonomy to make a genuine impact and support the GM in shaping operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire production teams, building engagement and accountability.
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement across operations.
• Implement strategies to meet seasonal peaks and ensure supply continuity.
• Monitor quality, reduce waste, and improve throughput.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, supply chain, and QA.
• Support CAPEX projects and maintain plant/machinery performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards.

About You

• Degree‑qualified in engineering or science.
• Proven track record in food/feed manufacturing (SME background desirable).
• Strong lean / Six Sigma experience.
• Confident, motivated, and able to inspire teams through change.
• Hands‑on, commercially aware, and proactive.

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum plus benefits.
• A pivotal role supporting the General Manager.
• Autonomy to drive cultural and operational change.
• The chance to make a lasting impact in a respected SME.

This is an exclusive opportunity managed solely by Angharad Isaac at Winberry.

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