Operations Manager

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Heanor site. This is a key leadership position offering the opportunity to drive performance, develop high-performing teams, and play a pivotal role in delivering operational excellence within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role will provide both strategic direction and operational leadership across the site. You'll lead a team of operational managers and supervisors, creating a culture of accountability, engagement, continuous improvement, and performance excellence.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Influence site strategy and business performance.
• Lead operational improvement and transformation initiatives.
• Develop future leaders and build organisational capability.
• Create a culture where safety, quality, and customer focus are at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion a proactive Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality culture.
• Lead the day-to-day manufacturing operation to achieve business objectives and customer requirements.
• Drive performance across safety, quality, service, productivity, cost, waste reduction, and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that support site and business goals.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in partnership with regional Continuous Improvement teams.
• Coach, support, and develop operational leaders and teams to maximise performance and engagement.
• Build effective relationships across Production, Health and Safety, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Sales, and other business functions.
• Promote company values and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

About You

You will be an accomplished manufacturing leader with a passion for developing people, driving operational excellence, and delivering sustainable business results.

Essential Experience

• Significant Operations or Manufacturing leadership experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of improving operational performance across safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost.
• Experience leading change, business transformation, and continuous improvement programmes.
• Strong people leadership and coaching capability.
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and Kaizen.

Qualifications

• Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management, or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum five years' experience in a senior operational leadership role.

Key Skills

• Inspirational leadership and team development.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness and results focus.
• Analytical and data-driven decision making.
• Pragmatic, hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Change management and continuous improvement expertise.
• Energy, resilience, and a drive to succeed.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and investing in its people. You will have the autonomy to influence site performance, lead meaningful change, and make a genuine impact on business success while developing your own leadership career.

Ready to Apply?

If you are an engaging and influential manufacturing leader who enjoys building high-performing teams and delivering outstanding operational results, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must ensure they have the legal right to work in the UK before applying.