Operations Manager

Marshalls plc; Pollington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

26 days' holiday

Christmas shutdown

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work

Employee discounts

Wellbeing Centre

Life Assurance

Share Purchase Scheme

Job summary

Marshalls plc is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for our Pollington manufacturing site in East Riding of Yorkshire. You will lead the operations team, drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and partner with engineering to optimise production flows.

The role requires hands-on leadership and the ability to engage a diverse, unionised workforce across multiple shifts. Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will deploy data-driven decisions to enhance OEE, streamline

Qualifications

• Three years of experience leading teams in a large automated manufacturing environment.
• IOSH Managing or NEBOSH certification desirable.
• Experience with lean techniques (DMAIC) desirable.
• Ability to use data and OEE to drive decisions.
• Collaborative leadership with strong communication across levels.

Responsibilities

• Drive site operational activities, compliance, SHEQ and continuous improvement.
• Balance strategic planning with site-wide engagement and coaching.
• Analyze production processes to improve efficiency and standards.
• Lead a performance-driven culture focused on ownership and transparency.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analysis

Lean manufacturing

Safety & quality

Communication

OEE tracking

Job description

Operations Manager

Pollington, East Riding of Yorkshire

Competitive salary and benefits

At Marshalls plc, we believe building tomorrow's world starts with what we can create together today. Since the 1890s, we've grown from a Yorkshire stone business into a leading UK manufacturer of building, roofing and landscaping solutions. Built on generations of expertise, we're known for quality, innovation and sustainability, helping our customers bring their vision to life and create places that work today and last for generations. Together, we're building tomorrow's world.

Marshalls Civils & Drainage partners with customers to design, engineer and manufacture precast solutions that support critical infrastructure and civil engineering projects. Our engineering-led approach combines technical expertise with innovative manufacturing to deliver integrated solutions that are safer to install, built to last and designed to perform for decades.

Manufacturing is where our products come to life and where we deliver on our promise of quality, innovation and reliability. From producing industry-leading solutions to driving continuous improvement, our teams play a critical role in helping customers build with confidence and create places that last for generations.

We're now looking for an Operations Manager to join our Manufacturing team at Pollington.

So what's the mission?

Working in partnership with the Site Operations Manager, and closely with the Site Engineering Manager you'll focus on driving site operational activities, compliance, SHEQ, and continuous improvement. Leading from the front, you will balance strategic planning with site-wide engagement, analysing production processes to streamline efficiency and elevate standards.

Your real impact will be on our culture. We're looking for someone who can develop a performance driven environment centred on ownership, accountability, and transparency. To achieve this, you'll engage the hearts and minds of our colleagues, inspiring a proactive, safety-first mindset across the site. Through consistent coaching and mentoring, you'll ensure our people feel supported and empowered to develop.

You'll bring a track record of leadership from a fast-paced manufacturing background. You understand that excellent operational metrics are built on great relationships, combining technical competence and compliance with a natural, engaging communication style. You are someone who knows how to manage change effectively and bring diverse teams along with you.

What are the mission-critical skills?

• At least three years of experience leading teams within a medium to large, automated industrial manufacturing environment, ideally with a proven track record of working effectively within a unionised setting
• A thorough understanding of safety, quality, and best practice housekeeping standards, with an IOSH Managing
• Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate being highly desirable
• The ability to use data, analytical skills, and a strong understanding of OEE to drive informed decisions and track performance
• A collaborative and proactive leadership style, with the ability to communicate across all levels, resolve issues constructively, and build customer confidence
• Experience with lean manufacturing techniques, such as DMAIC is desirable

Why join Marshalls?

Our colleagues have been at the heart of Marshalls for generations and will continue to be the driving force behind our success for generations to come. That's why we're committed to creating opportunities for our people to develop their skills, grow their careers and realise their potential. Visit www.marshalls.co.uk/careers to learn more about us!

What's in it for you?

• Private Medical Insurance
• 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Guaranteed Christmas shutdown
• Healthcare Cash Plan, helping towards dental, optical, prescriptions and much more
• Enhanced family leave policies, available from day one
• 5% employer matched pension scheme
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee discounts on Marshalls and Marley products
• Discounts with hundreds of leading retailers
• Access to the Marshalls Wellbeing Centre, supporting your Move, Money and Mind goals
• Share Purchase Scheme
• Life Assurance

Equal Opportunities

Whoever you are and whatever your background, you'll find a fair and supportive workplace at Marshalls. You're unique, and we want you to bring your whole self to work every day. We're committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral or ethical responsibility, it's the right thing to do. We want our colleagues to reflect the diverse nature of the communities we serve and create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. At Marshalls, you're valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself.

Every great build starts with strong foundations. Start yours here.

Applications close on Friday 16th October