Job Description
Job Title: Operations Manager - Manufacturing
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Health care + Performance Bonus
Location: Nottingham | Industry: Manufacturing / Production
A well-established manufacturing business is seeking a skilled and results-oriented Operations Manager to take ownership of daily operations within a fast-paced production environment. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong background in Lean principles, a passion for continuous improvement, and the ability to drive both efficiency and team performance.
Overview of the Role:
The Operations Manager will be responsible for ensuring efficient day-to-day manufacturing activities, implementing Lean practices to streamline processes, and leading cross-functional teams toward operational excellence. This is a critical leadership role with broad influence across production, quality, and business strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Oversight: Manage the daily operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality targets are consistently met.
Lean Implementation: Champion Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to optimise processes, reduce waste, and support ongoing operational improvements.
Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop production teams, cultivating a high-performance and safety-first culture.
Resource Planning: Oversee effective allocation of labour, machinery, and materials, while maintaining control of operational costs.
Quality & Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., ISO), and manage quality control processes including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Cross-Department Collaboration: Work in close partnership with internal departments such as R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, HR, and Finance to align operations with broader business goals.
Performance Analysis: Use data and KPIs to evaluate production output, identify trends, and implement strategies that enhance efficiency and profitability.
Candidate Profile:
Proven track record in a manufacturing operations environment, ideally with experience in driving Lean transformation initiatives.
Strong leadership and people management skills, with a collaborative and motivational approach.
Sound understanding of production planning, cost control, and inventory management.
Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities, supported by effective communication and organisational skills.
Qualifications & Experience:
A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Lean or Six Sigma certification (preferred).
Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
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