Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Operations Manager to lead a team of 100 in a transformative manufacturing environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape health and safety practices, enhance manufacturing efficiencies, and contribute to a culture of high performance. With a strong focus on driving growth and innovation, the successful candidate will play a key role in the site's strategic direction and operational excellence. If you are ready to take on a pivotal leadership role in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus

Healthcare

Suite of Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven background in heavy engineering or large scale assembly.
• Experience in developing efficiencies through systems and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead best in class health and safety initiatives.
• Drive a growth-oriented culture and contribute to long-term strategy.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Manufacturing Efficiency

Analytical Skills

Leadership

P&L Management

Job description

Job Description

A great opportunity for an ambitious production professional.

Client Details: This Oxfordshire based organisation is a market leading manufacturer with several sites across the UK. With a strong commercial outlook, significant investment has been allocated to undergo an exciting period of transformation.

Description: Reporting into the Commercial & Operations Director, the Operations Manager will lead a team of approximately 100 via Team Leaders and Supervisors.

You will have full accountability for health and safety, manufacturing, quality & planning with the mandate to drive efficiencies and develop a high-performance culture. Longer term, this role will play a pivotal role in the transformation of the site, challenging all existing practices in pursuit of world-class manufacturing.

Day to day responsibilities will include:

1. Leading on best in class health and safety
2. Developing agility in the production plan
3. Driving a growth-oriented culture
4. Contributing to the long-term strategy of the site

Profile: The successful Operations Manager will possess the following:

1. A proven background in heavy engineering / large scale assembly
2. Demonstrable experience in developing efficiencies through systems and cultures
3. Exposure to manufacturing transformation and CAPEX delivery
4. An analytical approach, comfortable working with P&L
5. An ambitious approach with the drive to develop into a senior leadership role

Job Offer: The successful Operations Manager will receive a competitive salary with a strong package including bonus, healthcare, and a suite of benefits.