Operations Manager

Operations Manager | Manufacturing | Near Chester | £39,000 basic + bonus (OTE c. £44,000) | Monday to Friday 8am-4pm We are recruiting on behalf of a growing manufacturing business near Chester that is entering an exciting phase of expansion. This is a broad, influential Operations Manager role suited to someone who enjoys variety, responsibility and being right at the centre of change. If you are practical, organised, comfortable rolling your sleeves up, and confident working directly with senior leadership, this could be an excellent next step. As Operations Manager you will work closely with the Managing Director to support day‑to‑day operations while also driving improvement projects linked to growth. This includes reorganising working spaces, coordinating contractors, improving systems, and helping shape future capacity—whether within the existing site, a sister location, or a new facility. The role is intentionally broad and will evolve as the business grows, making it ideal for someone who enjoys making things better and seeing the impact of their work. Common sense, initiative and a sense of humour are genuinely valued here. Key Responsibilities as Operations Manager Include:  Oversee daily operations relating to goods in / goods out, ensuring accurate identification, packing and shipping at all times Support office staff with shipping processes and customs clearance Monitor incoming shipments, lead times, arrivals and production constraints Load and manage email orders on the production schedule, ensuring smooth flow and maximum capacity utilisation Devise, track and report KPIs including lead times, shipping performance and capacity Support production teams with procedures, instructions and documentation Maintain accurate document control, training records and systems Assist with computer system consolidation and improvements Update and manage the H&S dashboard, supporting completion of consultant‑led action plans Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and safety Work with senior leadership on capacity improvements and site layout changes Lead and coordinate site improvement projects, overseeing contractors on site We are really keen to hear from experienced Operations Managers with the following skills and experience:  Proven experience in an operations or management role, ideally within manufacturing, warehouse, distribution or industrial environments Comfortable leading and working alongside a hands‑on, characterful production team Sound knowledge of COSHH, health & safety and quality standards Highly organised with strong attention to documentation and detail Practical and physically capable, with good judgement around manual handling A natural problem‑solver with a continuous improvement mindset Confident communicator at all levels Strong IT skills and comfortable working across multiple systemsInterested? If you’re looking for a visible, trusted role with real influence, where your ideas are welcomed and your contribution genuinely matters, we’d love to speak to you. Apply today or contact us in confidence to discuss this Operations Manager role in more detail. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy