Full job descriptionAn 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 operation
Profile
*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