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Operations Manager role based in Lancaster. Senior management role working for a growing manufacturing company. Client Details Our client is a leading and growing manufacturing company in the industrial manufacturing sector. Description Reporting into the Managing Director, you will lead the production operations and production scheduling processes for existing and new product lines, overseeing the manufacture of products, ensuring production, performance, HSE and quality standards are consistently met. You will recommend improvements to production processes, methods, and support implementation of new production technology. You will focus on operational priorities, analyse performance, motivate people to deliver and drive operational excellence, delivering customer requirements, on-time, in-full. Part of the site senior management team. Lead the development and execution of the site production plan, in line with overall manufacturing strategy, anticipating and mitigating risks and leveraging opportunities, whilst meeting SQDCP objectives. Develop and manage production schedule and operations budgets for products to directly support and ensure that the product is delivered to agreed quality, cost, and delivery schedule. Ensure the production schedule is successfully executed via the production teams, developing and agreeing appropriate manpower budgets and schedules, key activities, and ensuring integration with other organisation processes. Drive operational excellence in the delivery of the production process, ensuring best in class standards are achieved and upheld against improvement / stretch targets Identify and communicate the actions needed to implement manufacturing / production strategy and business plans Manage a team of production managers and production planners ensuring plan achievement and the delivery of production KPIs Develop and deliver change management plans to drive production continuous improvement in process, systems, and working practices that drive efficiency, quality and safety outcomes aligned to the overall mission, values, and strategy Communicate the production strategy and business plan and its relationship to the company mission, vision and values. Engage and continually manage stakeholders addressing their needs, issues and concerns and reacting to these by leading and coordinating the development of stakeholder engagement plans to support the communication of business information and decisions Report on Manufacturing activities on a regular basis to the Senior Management team, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of the relevant Key Performance Indicators Define the team structure and skill set required for success; continuously develop the team in building robust and flexible team capability Identify the capacity and capabilities needed to meet the current and emerging production needs Input and hold responsibility for manufacturing budgets Prepare the annual Manufacturing budget and forecasts and Capital Expenditure proposals as well as ensuring compliance with legal standards. Manage the budget from identification to completion of projects Contribute to overall business strategy and annual budget process Profile Ideally you will be from solid industrial manufacturing background, or have experience at this level working in a heavy industrial, metals based or engineering sector. Proven production leadership and management skills with the ability to optimise team performance and development in the achievement of specific outcomes & results Demonstrable experience of leading a bespoke manufacturing function with a proven track record in strategic manufacturing leadership delivering effective manufacturing strategies, policies, processes and systems Leading in a lean manufacturing environment including demonstrable experience of lean manufacturing governance, tools & techniques implementation. Demonstrable experience of continuous improvement tools & techniques; ideally green belt qualified or equivalent experience Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills Strong and confident negotiator with the ability to negotiate at all levels Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against programme deadlines Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure An appreciation of and an ability to positively resolve issues arising from different cultures Demonstrable experience working within the requirements of AS9100 or comparable ISO / TS / IATF certification framework. Job Offer £50,000 to £60,000 plus bonus and benefits
My client located in Wolverhampton is looking to recruit a Head of Operations to join their Team, you will play a pivotal role in leading the Warehouse, Manufacturing, and SIOP teams whilst ensuring best practice and operational excellence. Competitive salary, plus fantastic company benefits. What you'll be doing Provide strategic leadership to the operations teams. Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to streamline processes and drive efficiency. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation to enhance overall operational performance. Oversee the manufacturing processes for Hardware, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards. Collaborate with production managers to optimise workflow, minimise downtime, and improve overall operational efficiency. Implement best practices for inventory management and material procurement. Manage the distribution operations to ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment. Optimise logistics and supply chain processes to minimise lead times and reduce costs. Collaborate with the logistics team to enhance transportation and warehousing efficiency. Work closely with other department heads, including finance, human resources, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless cross-functional collaboration. Collaborate with the senior leadership team to align operational strategies with overall business objectives. Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for operations and regularly report on performance against these metrics. Analyse data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions. Inclusive approach a must Ensure direct reports have SMART objectives which are regularly reviewed. Coach direct reports on best practices and how to efficiently execute operational plans. Creation of development and succession plans within the team You will need to be: Educated to degree level. Proven experience in a Senior operations role within the manufacturing and distribution industry. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrated success in implementing process improvements and cost-saving initiatives. Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in operations management. Demonstrable CI knowledge If you would like more information please contact Ruth Flukes, at the Wolverhampton Branch, or email for a full job description.
Operations Manager role working for a well established manufacturing company. Senior management role based in Stoke. Client Details Our client is a well established bespoke manufacturing company based in Stoke Description The purpose of this role is to drive change and lead the Manufacturing Operations within the European Business. Running the daily operations covering Health and Safety, Manufacturing, Technical Support, Logistics, Warehousing and Purchasing. The Head of Operations will report to the Managing Director and support building the Operational Strategies for the business. Main Responsibilities To implement and drive an operational strategy covering Health and Safety, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing and Technical support; and to deliver that Strategy. Drive the culture and ethos of the teams to ensure resources are used efficiently. Implement core Operational Policies to ensure that the operations achieve their business targets and continually drive for improvement. Ensure current ISO Accreditations are maintained - and to expand to other relevant ISO accreditations as required to support the Operational need. Manage operational budgets to drive profitability, ensuring the operations has the appropriate resources to meet its business needs. Own the quality of goods being manufactured - to ensure customer expectations are met at the right cost fully on time. Direct the purchasing strategy to drive down costs of incoming goods, whilst managing quality and lead times. Drive Stock principles to minimise unnecessary Stocks whilst ensuring the Operations run efficiently Develop working practices that ensure a safe and Healthy working environment. Support and Lead the team of Operational Managers to monitor and measure performance and drive improvement where required. Analyse all aspect of the Operational performance and develop Metrics and reporting to the MD to demonstrate successful execution of the Operational Business Plan. Support the MD wherever required, across other functions in the Business. Be the go-to person for Operational queries - and ensure that the operation is evolving to maintain its competitive edge and continue as Market Leader. Work closely with internal suppliers and customers to ensure end to end efficiencies are managed. Profile Experience in a Head of Operations / Operations Manager or similar role within manufacturing. Results driven with a proven track record of operational management excellence. Degree level or equivalent qualification. Technically minded; experience working with technical products and new product development An understanding of, and exposure to, the principles and tools of lean manufacturing Awareness of current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and best practice Awareness of Quality Management Systems and ISO9001 certification Awareness of processes and systems to drive effective procurement Demonstrated tendency to challenge the status quo and drive constant improvement in process. A real passion for what you do, and the ability to inspire that passion within your team to drive the culture through personal best practice. A strong entrepreneurial mind set and hands-on approach. An analytical mind-set Excellent decision-making skills. Excellent organisational skills. Required - Strong Manufacturing background. Preferred - Strong Financial background. Job Offer £75,000 to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits