OPERATIONS MANAGER

Lord Search & Selection; Witney; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Manager for a manufacturing company in Witney, Oxfordshire. The role involves the day-to-day management of factory operations, staff training, and ensuring compliance with quality and health standards. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in production management and a strong understanding of Lean methodologies to foster continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous success in a production management role.
• Proven track record in applying Lean and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Planning and managing production resources to meet output and financial targets.
• Monitoring production progress and ensuring timely delivery of products.
• Upholding quality standards across all manufacturing processes.
• Leading, coaching, and developing production staff through structured performance frameworks.
• Driving process improvements using Lean tools and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Methodologies

Team Management

Job description

Position; OPERATIONS MANAGER

Location; Witney, Oxfordshire

Salary; 35,000 - 45,000 per annum

Planet Recruitment have registered an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager for our client based in the Witney area. The successful candidate will be responsible on the day-to-day management of the factory, training production / warehouse staff along with ensuring all operations run smoothly. Ideally you would have managed large teams within your previous management experience.

Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week with some flexibility on these hours due to shift patterns.

Main responsibilities;

Planning and managing production resources to meet output and financial targets

Monitoring production progress and ensuring timely delivery of products

Upholding quality standards across all manufacturing processes

Leading, coaching, and developing production staff through structured performance frameworks

Driving process improvements using Lean tools and best practices

Creating a culture of continuous improvement and team collaboration

Tracking production KPIs and initiating improvement plans

Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations and maintaining housekeeping standards

Required / Qualifications;

Minimum of 5 years' experience within a manufacturing environment

Previous success in a production management role

Proven track record in applying Lean and continuous improvement methodologies

Encouraging leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills

Commutable locations;

Witney, Standlake, Oxford, Carterton, Long Hanborough, Clanfield, Faringdon, Abingdon

INDWARE

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