Senior Operations Manager - Lean & Safety Focus

Ultra PCS; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working within core hours

25 days holiday (185hrs) with volume

Life assurance 4x annual salary

Flexible benefits package

Funded health benefits

Pension – up to 8% employer

Job summary

Ultra PCS in Cheltenham is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee resources on the shop floor and drive world-class manufacturing practices. You will combine people leadership with technical and commercial insight to improve safety, quality and delivery performance.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, lean techniques, and effective deployment of production plans to meet the business objectives. A strategic thinker is required to lead teams and foster a constructive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience driving lean initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Strategic planning and strong business acumen in operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, quality, cost and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate projects and production programs to meet targets.
• Lead production managers and develop capability.
• Maintain quality controls and compliant processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Change leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Operational excellence

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Six Sigma

Job description

Ultra PCS in Cheltenham is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee resources on the shop floor and drive world-class manufacturing practices. You will combine people leadership with technical and commercial insight to improve safety, quality and delivery performance.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, lean techniques, and effective deployment of production plans to meet the business objectives. A strategic thinker is required to lead teams and foster a constructive work environment.