Operations Manager - Luton

ZipRecruiter; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cleanroom and medical product manufacturer in Luton is seeking an experienced Operations Manager. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing production planning, and ensuring compliance with ISO13485 standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical devices and a passion for continuous improvement strategies. The position offers a salary between £60,000 and £70,000, along with several benefits such as a pension scheme and additional holiday days.

Benefits

25-days holiday (rising to 27-days after 5-years' service)

5-10% company pension contribution

Cash back health plan

Holiday purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Must have exposure/experience to ISO 13485.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements on medical devices.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and drive operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop, mentor, and review performance of cross-functional teams.
• Lead manufacturing, logistics, and QA functions.
• Manage production planning and supplier performance.
• Ensure compliance with ISO13485 and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as site lead for Health & Safety and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change Management

Quality Compliance

Operational Efficiency

Education

Experience with ISO 13485

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Job description

Job Description

Operations ManagerLutonCommutable from Leighton Buzzard, Tring, Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Welwyn, Stevenage, Letchworth, Bedford £60,000 - £70,000Monday - Friday Benefits:-25-days holiday (rising to 27-days after 5-years' service) plus bank holidays5-10% company pension contributionPension salary sacrificeCash back health plan Holiday purchase scheme Our client is a leading cleanroom and medical product manufacturer, that values hard work, teamwork and developing people. They are part of a group with multiple sites in the UK. They are looking for an Operations Manager who has experience within Medical Devices and ISO13485 standards, who can join the team and implement continuous improvement strategies, and manage the day to day running of the site.

Role & Responsibilities: Develop, mentor, and review performance of the cross-functional teams on siteLead manufacturing, logistics, and QA functions to meet company goals and KPIsManage production planning, material ordering, and supplier performanceMaintain compliance with ISO13485Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and 5SOversee stock accuracy, physical stock takes, and cost controlEnsure quality system effectiveness and lead internal/external audits (ISO standards and supplier audits)Act as site lead for Health & Safety and compliance with company policiesDevelop and maintain budgeting and contribute to 3-5-year business strategy Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Must have exposure/experience to ISO 13485Understanding of regulatory requirements on medical devices Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and 5SStrong leadership, communication, and change management skillsResults-driven with a focus on quality, compliance, and team developmentAbility to manage cross-functional teams and drive operational efficiency "To apply please email your CV / resume to ( [e-mail] )". - - Jack Jenkins - 01908 010 438 If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.Job Tenure: PermanentSalary: £60000 - £70000 per annum + BenefitsLocation: Luton, Bedfordshire