Operations Manager

ULTRA ELECTRONICS; United States; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday

Life assurance 4x annual salary

Flexible benefits package

Funded health benefits

Pension up to 8% employer

Team events

Job summary

Ultra PCS is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee Cheltenham shop floor operations, leading resources and projects to meet business and profit targets. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost control and on-time delivery, with a focus on continuous improvement and world-class standards.

You will manage Production Managers, drive lean initiatives, and develop value streams while fostering a safe, ethical, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in operations management on a manufacturing shop floor.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.
• Ability to manage safety, quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Eligible to work in the UK and willing to undertake UK National Security Vetting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational safety, quality, cost and on-time delivery of products.
• Coordinate projects and production programs to meet divisional and plant objectives; drive improvements using Eaton tools.
• Support Production Managers with planning, appraisal and training to improve organizational capability.
• Establish quality controls and process verification to maintain product quality.
• Provide safe working environment meeting legal and MESH requirements; drive cost reduction and throughput.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement strategic improvements and meet targets.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Continuous improvement

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost management

Education

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Quality controls

Job description

Eaton MSD Cheltenham are looking for an Operations Manager who will be responsible for the management of resources across Cheltenham shop floor Operations to meet the demands of the business / profit plan. Combining outstanding people skills with strong technical, manufacturing, commercial and business expertise, the successful candidate will lead by example to inspire best practice, using continuous improvement driving towards world-class standards and exceptional customer service.

• Overall responsibility for operational safety, quality, cost and on time delivery of products
• Coordinate projects and production programs in support of divisional and plant objectives. Manage improvement efforts using Eaton tools such as EBS, ELS, EQS, Six Sigma, etc.
• Responsible for the Production Managers, supporting them to plan, select, appraise and train personnel, continuously improving Organizational Capability.
• Establish appropriate quality controls underpinned by process verification to ensure quality of product is maintained in line with standards.
• Provide a safe working environment by providing a facility, tools and equipment that comply with legal requirements and Eaton MESH requirements.
• Develop and monitor value stream and individual goals, objectives and growth to improve plant performance
• Provide the atmosphere, leadership, innovation and working environment to support actions in the work place to reduce cost of manufacture and increase factory throughput / efficiency
• Provide leadership and direction in the development, maintenance and improvement of processes to meet the needs of all stakeholders: Customers, Stockholder, Employees, Suppliers, our environment and community.
• Direct expense, capital budgets and administer necessary controls to ensure effective attainment.
• Maintain a high morale level within all departments and maintain a work environment in accordance with Eaton Philosophy & Work Practices.
• Drive a continuous improvement culture and drive Eaton Management Excellence and high ethical standards.
• To support generation of an operational strategy aimed at achieving the manufacturing cost and volume targets.
• Other tasks as assigned by Plant Manager Knowledge of materials planning systems (MRP/ERP) requirements and order generation process logic
• Understanding of Supply Chain Management operational concepts surrounding production planning, scheduling, purchasing, inventory control, logistics, stockroom operations, and shipping/receiving
• Have implemented lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques and have the necessary skills to act as a driver for change.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes
• Be able to demonstrate strategic planning, business acumen, customer and commercial awareness.
• Ability to direct and lead cross-functional process improvement teams
• Multiple years of related professional and Supervisory/Managerial experience, Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected. We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.

Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37hrs) plus bank holidays
• 4 times annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Funded health benefits
• Pension Scheme - up to 8% employer contributions
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

You couldn't be joining the team and Eaton MSD Cheltenham at a more exciting time.