Production & Operations Lead

JR United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British heritage company is seeking a Production and Operations Lead to oversee manufacturing and supply chain operations at their Poole factory. The role involves managing production, product development, and facilities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while driving operational efficiency.

Benefits

Creative environment

Key part of senior management team

Join a heritage company with a loyal following

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production or operations leadership role.
• Experience in light manufacturing, ideally in consumer goods.
• Hands-on approach with strong commercial skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of production and fulfilment.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and supplier relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Skills

Production leadership

People management

Organisational skills

Commercial skills

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Supply chain management

Job description

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• Location: Mathmos Lava Lamp Factory in Poole (not hybrid)
• Hours: Full Time

Since 1963, Mathmos has been crafting iconic lava lamps in Britain. With a rich heritage of innovation and quality, we continue to produce our classic and contemporary designs in Britain. As we grow, we are looking for a dedicated Production and Operations Lead at senior management levelto oversee and optimise our manufacturing and supply chain operations and move our product offering forward.

Your Role

Leading a small team, you will ensure that our products are manufactured to the highest standards, on time and within budget. Reporting to the M.D., you will manage production, product development, facilities and the supply chain to improve operational efficiency and support the continued growth of a much-loved British brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of production, assembly, and fulfilment from our Poole factory and overseas fulfilment locations.
• Maintain and improve production schedules and quality control processes
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and supplier relationships
• Oversee the development of new products and product upgrades
• Oversee product testing, compliance and product standards
• Manage the Poole factory, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and productivity
• Produce operational reports and forecasts

Requirements

• Proven experience in a production or operations leadership role
• Experience in light manufacturing and ideally in consumer goods
• Strong people management and organisational skills
• Hands-on approach and strong commercial skills
• Ability to implement systems and processes for efficiency and quality
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, health & safety, and supply chain management
• Comfortable with data, planning tools, and reporting systems

Why Mathmos?

• Join a friendly, dedicated team in a unique and creative environment
• Be key part of the senior management team of a growing manufacturing business.
• Join a British heritage company with a loyal global following.

Apply Now

If you would like to play a key role in the next chapter of the Mathmos story, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and covering letter to [emailprotected] .