Transformational Manager – Engineering & Operations

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hi-tech engineering company is seeking a Transformational Manager in Stoke-on-Trent to drive operational excellence and strategic growth. This role involves enhancing operational efficiency, developing teams, engaging stakeholders, and identifying risks, all within a thriving environment. A background in engineering or operations with expertise in Lean Six Sigma is essential for candidates looking to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, operations, manufacturing, or related field required.
• Proven experience in engineering and manufacturing focused on operational transformation.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma and process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
• Lead, motivate, and mentor teams to achieve high performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and develop risk mitigation strategies.

Skills

Operational excellence

Process improvement

Team development

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Degree in engineering, operations, manufacturing

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

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Transformational Manager – Engineering & Operations, Stoke-on-Trent

Client: Enterprise Recruitment Ltd

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Transformational Manager – Engineering & Operations

Are you ready to lead a thriving hi-tech engineering company towards transformational excellence and strategic growth? This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact a fast-growing business that has doubled in size and is on track to more than double its revenue.

Your responsibilities include enhancing operational efficiency, streamlining processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across design, manufacturing, and operations teams. We seek a thoughtful, empathetic leader who can guide the team towards operational excellence without disrupting existing processes.

Key areas of oversight:

• Operational excellence – implementing robust processes for high-quality engineering products.
• Team development – leading, motivating, and mentoring teams to achieve high performance.
• Stakeholder engagement – collaborating with suppliers, clients, and senior management.
• Risk management & compliance – identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.

This role involves working closely with the MD and General Manager to drive these initiatives.

Qualifications:

• A degree in engineering, operations, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in engineering and manufacturing with a focus on operational transformation.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma and process improvement methodologies.

This is an 18-month fixed-term contract with a strong potential for permanency.

Candidates should ideally be within commuting distance of Leominster.