Operations Manager

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead their Northampton site. This role involves overseeing the cylinder testing and inspection facility, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing a team of 10-15 individuals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process manufacturing, proven leadership skills, and the ability to foster a positive change culture. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent vocational experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• Proven leadership experience in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the cylinder testing and inspection facility to regulatory standards.
• Liaise with various teams to ensure smooth site operations.
• Maintain inspection and testing records in compliance with ISO standards.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Control

Process Management

Technical Decision Making

Education

Degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Job description

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Handley James Chemical is partnered with a global refrigerant gas business, one of the biggest in Europe, to source an experienced Operations Manager to join their team in Northampton and lead the site. The purpose of the role will be to manage the cylinder testing and inspection facility located at the Northampton site, managing the safe and efficient operation of the site to required regulatory standards. You will lead a team of 10-15 individuals across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the senior management representative on site
• To liaise with Operations Director, Maintenance Manager, SHEQ Manager and Purchasing & Accounts teams to ensure the smooth operation of the site.
• Ensure site safety policies and activities are maintained to required standards
• To maintain all inspection and testing records in compliance with relevant ISO standards and in line with the Quality Management System.
• Act as senior Technical Manager for the site - Making final decisions on testing and inspection issues.
• Liaise with supplier and service providers to ensure premises and equipment are maintained in accordance with manufacturers guidelines.
• Senior day to day manager on site.
• Site Safety
• Site Quality Management
• Responsibility for all ISO Tank receipts, site movements & storage and dispatch activities
• Cylinder receipt, test and inspection activities.
• Shot blasting
• Cylinder painting

Candidate Requirements

• Degree or equivalent vocational experience / qualification in engineering/manufacturing etc.
• Proven leadership experience within a process manufacturing and/or regulated environment,
• Proven experience managing within a Technical / Quality Control sphere.
• A strong people leader with experience mentoring, coaching and developing teams.

This role will suit an existing Production/Operations Manager who has strong leadership experience with the ability to influence and develop a positive change culture.

In return our client is offering a salary of c£50,000 - £60,000pa depending on experience, bonus and benefits.

If this role is of interest please click the link to apply or contact Stuart Tomkinson directly.