Operations Manager (Ref: PK8989)

NEW VACANCY! (PK8989)

They are currently looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join their growing business. You will be accountable for effective day to day running of the manufacturing facility ensuring production processes are running safely and efficiently to meet with the quality standards. This position involves leadership in planning, organisation, direction and coordination of all plant activities to achieve key operational goals including safety, product quality and cost management. You will play a key role optimising the use of resources ensuring full compliance with the company policies and regulations requirements.

This role comes with large scope for progression as the company is in a steep growth mode, the site will grow massively over the next years

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee all plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality assurance and supply chain
• Optimise the use of manpower, materials and equipment to consistently achieve production targets
• Monitor daily operations and adjust schedules as needed to prevent delays
• Lead, coach and support plant staff including departmental managers across Production, Quality and Maintenance
• Design and deliver training programs to build skills ensure compliance and strengthen workplace safety
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement
• Conduct staff performance reviews and resolve employee relations issues when required
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental regulations and company standards
• Develop and enforce safety systems to reduce risk and minimise workplace incidents
• Oversee maintenance programs to keep equipment safe, compliant and operational
• Align production output with quality standards and industry requirements
• Resolve production challenges quickly to minimise downtime and maintain efficiency
• Partner with quality control to ensure all products meet specifications and customer expectations
• Implement quality assurance measures to drive consistency and reduce defects
• Address process-related quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Manage the plant's operating budget, controlling labour, material and equipment costs
• Identify and apply cost-reduction initiatives to improve profitability without sacrificing quality
• Establish and track KPIs to measure efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Lead continuous improvement projects to boost capacity, reduce waste and increase productivity
• Apply lean manufacturing and process optimisation strategies
• Stay informed on industry trends and integrate innovative practices and technologies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, logistics, R&D and sales to align operations with business goals
• Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams to secure timely delivery of raw materials
• Provide senior management with regular updates on performance, challenges and opportunities
• Prepare and present reports covering production results, safety data and financial metrics
• Leverage data analysis to spot trends and support informed decision-making
• Escalate critical issues, risks or opportunities to senior leadership

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management or a related field
• Looking between 7-8 years of manufacturing or plant operations experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Strong track record of managing production teams and enhancing operational efficiency