Operations Manager

Aprirose Real Estate Investment; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturing firm is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee its Pulborough and Southwater facilities. The role involves leading multi-functional teams, ensuring operational excellence, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in low-volume electronics manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and expertise in Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. This position requires strategic alignment with corporate goals and a focus on customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in electronics manufacturing operations, ideally in high-mix, low-volume environments.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production tools.
• Background in Lean/Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher preferred).
• Strong leadership, commercial acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site operations and drive strategic initiatives aligned with corporate vision.
• Oversee planning, production, engineering, and facilities in a complex, low-volume manufacturing setting.
• Ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of custom electronics products.
• Champion continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma tools.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing operations

Lean methodologies

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Overview

Operations Manager - Pulborough & Southwater (Advanced Electronics Manufacturing). This role is an Operations Manager who will lead multi-functional teams across our Pulborough and Southwater facilities in a high-mix, low-volume electronics manufacturing environment. This senior leadership role reports into the Executive Team and is responsible for overseeing Manufacturing, Planning, Engineering, Stores, NPI, and Facilities, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement across all functions. This is a key strategic role focused on aligning local operations with broader corporate goals while championing customer satisfaction, lean methodologies, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all site operations and drive strategic initiatives aligned with corporate vision.
• Oversee planning, production, engineering, and facilities in a complex, low-volume manufacturing setting.
• Ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of custom electronics products.
• Champion continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma tools.
• Develop KPIs, dashboards, and action plans to monitor performance and cost.
• Support talent development, engagement, and team motivation.
• Manage budgets, procurement, and ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, and H&S standards.

Skills & Experience

• 10+ years in electronics manufacturing operations, ideally in high-mix, low-volume environments.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production tools.
• Background in Lean/Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher preferred).
• Strong leadership, commercial acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and data analysis capabilities (Power BI/Excel).
• Confident engaging directly with OEM customers.
• In-depth understanding of UK operational, labour, and safety regulations.