Senior Manufacturing Ops Leader - Fabrication & Welding

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Tees Valley is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring excellence in production and continuous improvement. Candidates should have at least 5 years of leadership experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, with strong knowledge of fabrication and welding processes. The role offers the opportunity to develop teams and influence strategic operational decisions in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing operations leadership experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of fabrication and welding processes.
• Extensive knowledge of supply chain, finance, manufacturing, and logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Section Managers to build high-performing teams.
• Oversee manufacturing operations within an industrial, fabrication-focused environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve fabrication and welding processes.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean methodologies

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business or related discipline

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in Tees Valley is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring excellence in production and continuous improvement. Candidates should have at least 5 years of leadership experience in a heavy manufacturing environment, with strong knowledge of fabrication and welding processes. The role offers the opportunity to develop teams and influence strategic operational decisions in a dynamic environment.