Precision Machining & Assembly | UK Site Leadership
Full Operational P&L | Group Reporting | Strategic Influence
Up to £90,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Package

Leading the Operational P&L within low to medium volume Manufacturing & Assembly

A multi-site engineering manufacturing group is seeking a high-impact Manufacturing based Operations Director to take full control of one of its key UK divisions.

This is a true business leadership role - not a just a functional operations post.

You will own the numbers, lead the site, report to Group and drive performance across a low-to-medium volume precision manufacturing and assembly environment.

The Mandate

Take control of a machining and assembly operation and deliver:
*Operational stability and performance
*Margin improvement and EBITDA growth
*Clear, structured reporting into Group
*Cultural accountability across the site
You will have full site P&L ownership and direct responsibility for aligning production output, cost control and strategic objectives.

Core Responsibilities

Commercial Ownership
*Full operational P&L responsibility
*Revenue, margin and EBITDA delivery
*Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
*Labour productivity and overhead control
*Driving sustainable profitability
Operational Control
*Leadership of machining and assembly operations
*OTIF, quality and safety performance
*Capacity planning and workflow optimisation
*Reducing downtime and increasing throughput
*Embedding lean and continuous improvement disciplines
Group-Level Accountability
*Monthly performance reporting to Group leadership
*Financial and operational KPI analysis
*Data-driven decision making
*Input into strategic planning and capital investment
Leadership & Culture
*Lead engineers, production and support teams
*Build a high-performance, accountable culture
*Develop succession and capability across the site
*Drive continuous improvement at every level
What We’re Looking For
*Proven senior leadership experience in machining / CNC / precision assembly manufacturing
*Demonstrable operational P&L ownership
*Strong commercial acumen - understands margin, not just output
*Experience reporting to Group, Board or corporate stakeholders
*Track record of improving operational and financial performance
*Engineering or Manufacturing degree preferred
*Lean / Six Sigma exposure advantageous
This role offers:
*Genuine business unit ownership
*Strategic influence beyond the factory floor
*Group visibility and senior stakeholder engagement
*The platform to shape operational direction and drive measurable growth
It will suit either an ambitious Operations Manager / Director ready for full business accountability or an established Business Unit leader seeking broader strategic exposure within a group structure.

To apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting job reference 10293.

Desired Skills and Experience
Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, BUM, P&L, CI, Improvement, Lean, Machining, Assembly,