Operations Manager

Project Timber; Sutton-on-Trent CP; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-founded timber manufacturer in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to enhance operational efficiency and lead a high-performance team. This full-time, onsite role focuses on production, logistics, and health and safety, excluding sales management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in manufacturing and expertise in lean principles, aiming to drive innovation and improve productivity.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in manufacturing operations.
• Experience in quality improvement and data-driven processes.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee factory, yard, warehouse, and procurement operations.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles.
• Manage health and safety protocols.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

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Project Timber are a family founded and led Timber Manufacturer located in East Midlands. We currently seek and experienced Operations Manager to hit the ground running within our management team.

Someone who can lead the way, bringing first-hand expertise to ensure progressive activity across our organisation.

Overview:

The Operations Manager is pivotal to driving operational efficiency, building a high-performance team, and achieving strategic objectives. This role excludes website and sales management, focusing on core production, logistics, and health and safety.

This is an output focused position, requiring experience in quality improvement, data drive processes and corrective actions (where required) across our existing teams and output infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Excellence:

·Oversee factory, yard, warehouse, and procurement operations.

·Implement lean manufacturing principles to drive efficiency.

·Manage health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance and fostering a safety-first culture.

·Build, develop, and lead a high-performance operations team.

·Recruit and replace team members to ensure alignment with company values.

·Conduct regular training and performance evaluations.

Process Management:

·Optimise workflows to reduce waste and improve productivity.

·Manage resources, inventory, and supply chains for uninterrupted production.

·Ensure robust MRP/ERP integration to track and optimise operations.

Customer Experience:

·Ensure seamless production and delivery of orders, meeting deadlines without compromising quality.

·Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold top-level customer satisfaction.

·Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, creating data-driven solutions.

·Develop and implement SOPs and Kaizen initiatives.

·Drive a culture of innovation and resilience across the team.

Key Metrics for Success:

·Reduction in operational downtime.

·Improvements in production lead times and cost efficiencies.

·Consistent compliance with safety and quality standards.

·High team engagement and retention rates.

·Positive customer feedback on delivery and product quality.

Key Responsibilities:

·Monitor and optimise factory workflows, yard movements, and inventory systems.

·Lead daily stand-ups with supervisors to align goals and address challenges.

·Collaborate with health and safety managers to mitigate risks.

·Manage procurement, ensuring materials align with production timelines.

·Review and analyse performance data, presenting actionable insights to senior management.

Core Skills & Experience:

·Proven track record in manufacturing operations, ideally in a fast-paced environment.

·Expertise in lean manufacturing, team development, and resource management.

·Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

·Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems; advanced analytical skills are a plus.

·Results-driven, purpose-oriented, and able to take massive action when needed.

Core Values:Resilience, Excellence, Innovation, Support, and Customer-First Thinking.

This is an onsite, full-time and permanent role offering a salary bracket of £50K - £70K DOE. We seek someone able to go the extra mile who can bring lean manufacturing expertise on a day-to-day basis.

If you have the experience we seek and you’re ready to make your mark with an industry leader, contact us today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wholesale

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