Operations Manager

An established international engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an Operations Manager to lead site operations across production, engineering, planning, supply chain, quality and continuous improvement. This is a high-profile leadership role offering significant influence, future progression opportunities and involvement in major operational and growth initiatives.

Client Details

Our client is a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation that designs and produces highly complex, mission-critical products for customers operating in regulated and demanding environments. With a long-standing reputation for innovation, quality and technical excellence, the business continues to invest in its people, facilities and operational capability to support future growth.

Description

Lead operational performance across manufacturing, supply chain, planning, quality and engineering functions
Drive improvements in safety, delivery, cost, quality and productivity metrics
Provide leadership and direction to a team of experienced managers and functional leaders
Support the introduction of new products from development into manufacturing
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives across site operations
Collaborate with commercial, programme and engineering teams to deliver customer commitments
Manage operational budgets, resource planning and capacity requirements
Play a key role in site development and future growth plans
Take a lead in the operational transition into a new manufacturing facility and support site relocation activities
Coach, develop and strengthen the capability of existing managers while building succession plans across the operationProfile

Proven experience in a senior manufacturing or operations leadership role
Background within engineering, aerospace, defence or another regulated environment with complex engineering
Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams
Track record of delivering operational improvements and business change
Experience of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
Commercial awareness with responsibility for budgets and operational performance
Comfortable working across production, engineering, quality and supply chain functions
Able to influence stakeholders at all levels within a complex organisation
Proven as a leader who can develop people, mentor managers and position the business for the future, rather than simply manage day-to-day production.Job Offer

A salary of circa £80,000 - £95,000 plus excellent package