Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Portsmouth Hampshire, United Kingdom Insignis Talent Full time

Operations Manager (Electronics Manufacturing) Southampton £70-80k Are you a strategic leader with a background in electronics manufacturing, ready to take the next step in your career? We're seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and oversee all operational functions in a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment, ensuring efficiency, quality, and on time delivery. This role could also be ideal for an ambitious Production Manager looking to step up. This is a hands on leadership role where you will take ownership of operational KPIs, champion lean manufacturing principles, and drive a culture of 5S and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with production teams and sales to align operational capacity with customer demand, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. There is also a clear progression path, with potential to advance to Managing Director within approximately three years. Key Responsibilities: Lead production and planning to meet business objectives and customer expectations. Deliver and report on operational KPIs to senior management. Embed a culture of continuous improvement and 5S throughout the organisation. Ensure adherence to health & safety, quality, and cost targets. Oversee production scheduling, capacity planning, and resource allocation. Maintain compliance with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, EN 9100). Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Manage operational budgets and control costs without compromising quality or service. Provide coaching and leadership to direct reports, promoting engagement and performance. What we're looking for: Proven experience managing operations in an electronics manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement tools. Excellent leadership, people management, and change management skills. Analytical, data-driven, and able to make decisions under pressure. Financial and commercial acumen in operational performance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems. Desirable: Experience in the aerospace or defence industry. Formal training in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement. Experience in a small-to-medium-sized business environment. ERP/SAP experience. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of operations within a growing electronics manufacturing company. If you're committed to driving efficiency, quality, and excellence while leading a motivated team, we'd love to hear from you.



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