Operations Director

1 month ago

Salford, Salford, United Kingdom Morgan Ryder Full time
Job Description

Operations Leadership Opportunity

Bolton

Automotive Manufacturing

Salary: £100,000 + Car allowance + Family Healthcare

Are you ready to drive transformation and lead a facility towards excellence in efficiency and operational execution?

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Director to join our growing manufacturing business. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll be at the forefront of cultural and operational transformation, guiding our facilities toward excellence in productivity, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the strategic and day-to-day operations of the manufacturing plant, ensuring the highest levels of productivity, quality, and safety.
  • Spearhead cultural transformation initiatives to foster a high-performance, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
  • Develop and implement strategies to achieve World Class Manufacturing (WCM) standards, focusing on continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence.
  • Drive efficiency across production lines, utilizing lean principles, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and enhance output.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, supply chain, and HR teams to align operational goals with the overall business objectives.
  • Monitor and optimize KPIs, ensuring strong performance across key metrics such as safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Lead and mentor a team of managers, creating a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a senior operations role within automotive, aerospace or similar manufacturing or a related high-volume, complex manufacturing environment.
  • A track record of leading operational and cultural transformation projects, with measurable success in moving a facility closer to World Class Manufacturing standards.
  • Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and develop high-performing teams.
  • Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just an operations role – it's a chance to drive transformation and shape the future of an organization committed to innovation and excellence. If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and taking a facility to World Class Manufacturing levels, we want to hear from you


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