Manufacturing Operations Manager

Job Description Manufacturing Operations ManagerOperations Manager Attractive Basic Salary + 20% BonusFully site based, 37.5 hours per week, Monday Thursday with early finish FridayBenefits 25 days + 8 BH (33) + Pension + Health Care Scheme + EV Scheme, + company ownership scheme + +Are you ready to take on a rare opportunity to shape and lead a brand-new manufacturing facility from the ground up?If so, were looking for an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to help establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing and assembly facility.In this pivotal role, youll lead the commissioning and setup of our new production, assembly and test teams working closely with international transfer teams as operations are consolidated from overseas sites. Youll also recruit and develop a talented team to deliver world-class results in safety, quality, and delivery.If youre motivated by building teams, improving processes, and delivering measurable results in a fast paced, complex electro-mechanical assembly manufacturing environment this is your chance to make a lasting impact.Key accountabilities as Operations Manager:Recruit, manage, and develop a team of Team Leaders, Technicians, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering and Test Engineers alongside supply chain. Create a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, aligned with lean principles.Support the initial transfer of manufacturing from overseas facilities.Drive team performance through clear objectives, coaching, and hands-on leadership.Deliver Operational ExcellenceAchieve key operational KPIs including On-Time Delivery (OTD), Out-of-Box Defects (OOB), Past Due Backlog (PDBL), and efficiency targets.Plan and forecast revenue and costs, ensuring operational budgets are met.Oversee inventory management and calibration processes in partnership with Supply Chain and Engineering teams.Ensure seamless day-to-day production flow and proactive issue resolution.Collaborate Across the BusinessWork closely with Procurement, Distribution, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure operational alignment.Support audits, manage non-conformance investigations, and maintain top-tier product quality.Partner with Customer Service and After-Sales teams to ensure excellent delivery performance and customer satisfaction.To succeed in this key Operations Management role, you will ideally bring:10+ years experience in Operations Management within a technical manufacturing environment (ideally 25M+ turnover).Prior experience with manufacturing transfer/sProven success leading multi-skilled technical teams in a cross-functional structure.Strong understanding of Health & Safety Management and lean manufacturing practices.Hands-on experience in electro-mechanical or similarly complex manufacturing environments.Degree or HNC in Electronic, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent expereince).Passionate about developing people, driving results, and delivering excellence.If youre excited by the idea of leading a major operational transformation and building a high-performing team from the ground up, wed love to hear from you.Please apply via the link or contact Alison Kemp for further details

Created: 2026-03-20