Operations Manager – Pet Nutrition & Digital Excellence

Mars; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in pet nutrition is seeking an Operations Manager for their Birstall site in the United Kingdom. This pivotal role involves leading a large operations team, ensuring safety and quality standards while driving operational excellence and cultural transformation. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience in high-speed manufacturing and a strong background in team development and strategic planning.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Yearly bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentoring and development support

Equal Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience leading complex manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record in talent development and engagement.
• Demonstrated expertise in operational improvements using lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a large operations team fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure delivery of site production targets and optimize resources.
• Champion safety, quality, and compliance standards across the site.

Skills

People Leadership

Manufacturing Operations

Strategic Planning

Lean Principles

Digital Transformation

Education

Degree in a technical or business field

Job description

A global leader in pet nutrition is seeking an Operations Manager for their Birstall site in the United Kingdom. This pivotal role involves leading a large operations team, ensuring safety and quality standards while driving operational excellence and cultural transformation. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience in high-speed manufacturing and a strong background in team development and strategic planning.