Operations Manager
Operations Manager Job Description
Level: Senior - Mid
Place of Work: Onsite
Salary: £45-50k, depending on experience
Job Brief
We are seeking a self-motivated and results-driven Operations Manager to direct and assist in the management of business operational activities. This role involves developing and implementing effective operational and change management strategies.
Reporting Structure
- Direct Report: Operations Director
- Collaborators: Finance Director and Technical Director
Key Responsibilities
- Operations and Business Leadership:
- Conduct continuous analysis of production and operations.
- Manage production workflow, scheduling, and coordination to ensure minimal lead times and high efficiency.
- Allocate production resources to meet business needs.
- Collaborate with business leaders to ensure sustainability and growth.
- Implement strategic plans and departmental improvements.
- Work with and improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Collaborate with back-office employees for auditable transparency.
- Enhance profit by increasing efficiencies and identifying goals for business growth.
- Manage the production and operations change agenda to support business needs.
- Assist the Operations Director with compliance and approval data.
- Assist with warranty resolution.
Required Skills
- Business administration qualification.
- Knowledge of production planning in a manufacturing industry.
- Experience with planning software.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Experience in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) advantageous.
- Manufacturing industry knowledge.
- Experience working within a standard costing environment using variation analysis and non-conformance reporting.
- Strong work ethic.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
- Excellent knowledge of different business functions.
- Good data management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Change management experience.
- Ability to form relationships at all levels.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong leadership and motivational qualities.
- Highly organised.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Proactive.
Desired Skills
- Engineering background.
- Full clean driving license.
Application
If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, please submit your CV for consideration.
Required skills
- Analysis
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Management
- Manufacturing
Reference: 52855028
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