Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Essex, United Kingdom SC4 Recruitment Limited Full time

Director of Operations - Manufacturing Sector

Competitive Salary plus Benefits

On-site Role

  • Are you a change agent with a track record of enhancing organizational culture?
  • Do you possess the vision to foster continuous improvement and champion a people-centric approach?

We are seeking a seasoned operations leader to assume the role of Director of Operations, directly reporting to the Plant Director. This position offers a unique opportunity to be a key member of the Operational Leadership Team, playing a vital role in the manufacturing transformation necessary to meet strategic objectives focused on growth and operational excellence. If you have a background in manufacturing, electronics, or engineering and have demonstrated success in driving efficiency and continuous improvement, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. We are looking for a proactive problem solver and a leader who is enthusiastic about restructuring and dedicated to cultivating a diverse and high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Formulate and execute strategies aimed at achieving operational excellence in safety, quality, delivery, lead time, cost, and productivity.
  • Leverage lean methodologies to spearhead, develop, and coordinate lean manufacturing initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement aligned with strategic goals.
  • Ensure exemplary health, safety, and environmental standards by collaborating cross-functionally with the EHS team.
  • Oversee company KPIs, ensuring effective communication of targets throughout the organization; implement a robust visual management system. Utilize operational metrics to identify and analyze root causes of issues.
  • Engage in the New Product Introduction process to facilitate efficient and cost-effective manufacturing practices.
  • Promote effective communication to nurture a proactive and accountable operational culture.
  • Assess and, when necessary, implement changes to the manufacturing structure to optimize resource utilization and reduce costs.
  • Contribute to the achievement of budgeted orders, sales, margins, EBITDA, and administrative expenses as part of the Operational Leadership Team.
  • Identify capital investment needs and prepare justifications for return on investment.

Skills & Experience:

  • Demonstrated experience in a complex assembly environment within the manufacturing sector.
  • Dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, with the ability to shift mindsets from traditional practices.
  • Exceptional leadership skills with the capacity to engage, motivate, and guide teams across all levels.
  • Proficient understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Strong personal credibility and presence, inspiring team members to meet and exceed performance targets.

If you resonate with this profile and are prepared for a rewarding career challenge, we invite you to explore this opportunity.



  • Essex, United Kingdom UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Engineering Manager to lead our capital investment projects across the electricity network industry. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of complex and innovative solutions, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to...


  • Essex, United Kingdom UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Engineering Manager to lead our capital investment projects across the electricity network industry. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing the delivery of complex and innovative solutions, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Leisure (Operations) Full time

    About Us: At Places for People Group, we are a social enterprise dedicated to fostering vibrant communities. Our mission at Places Leisure is to transform lives by creating active environments and promoting health and wellness, positioning ourselves as the UK's premier health and wellbeing facilitator. Role Overview: We are thrilled to present an...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Leisure (Operations) Full time

    About Us: At Places for People Group, we are a social enterprise dedicated to fostering community through our services and housing solutions. Our mission at Places Leisure is to transform lives by promoting active lifestyles and enhancing well-being within communities, aiming to be the foremost enabler of health and wellness in the UK. Role Overview: ...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Leisure (Operations) Full time

    We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. At Places Leisure we are changing lives by creating active places and healthy people for communities to thrive, and we want to be the UK's leading health and...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Zachary Daniels Recruitment Full time £35,000 - £40,000

    Logistics Operations Manager | E-Fulfilment | Essex | £35k - £40k Zachary Daniels Recruitment is excited to collaborate with a rapidly expanding e-Fulfilment organization located in Essex, catering to a diverse clientele. This is a newly established Logistics Operations Manager position aimed at assisting the founders in managing multiple facilities. Since...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Zachary Daniels Recruitment Full time

    Logistics Operations Manager | E-Fulfilment | Essex | £35k - £40kZachary Daniels Recruitment is excited to collaborate with a rapidly expanding e-Fulfilment organization located in Essex, catering to a diverse clientele.This is a newly established Logistics Operations Manager position aimed at assisting the founders in overseeing multiple facilities.Since...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Zachary Daniels Recruitment Full time

    Logistics Operations Manager | E-Fulfilment | Essex | £35k - £40kZachary Daniels Recruitment is excited to collaborate with a rapidly expanding e-Fulfilment organization located in Essex, catering to a diverse clientele.This is a newly established Logistics Operations Manager position aimed at assisting the founders in overseeing multiple facilities.Since...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Skilled Careers Full time £120,000 - £150,000

    Position Title: Commercial Operations Manager Key Responsibilities: Residential Development - Renovations Skilled Careers is collaborating with a Subcontractor experiencing significant growth and is seeking a Commercial Operations Manager to enhance their team. The Commercial Operations Manager will engage with clients across various projects to ensure the...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Innovate Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Production Operations ManagerJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced Production Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing team at Innovate. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, ensuring efficient and effective operations, and driving continuous improvement.Key...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Innovate Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Production Operations ManagerJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced Production Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing team at Innovate. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, ensuring efficient and effective operations, and driving continuous improvement.Key...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Lawes Consulting Group Full time

    Job Title: Renewals ManagerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Renewals Manager to join our team at Lawes Consulting Group. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the renewal process and ensuring client satisfaction and retention.Key Responsibilities:Renewal Process Management: Manage the end-to-end renewal...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Lawes Consulting Group Full time

    Job Title: Renewals ManagerJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Renewals Manager to join our team at Lawes Consulting Group. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the renewal process and ensuring client satisfaction and retention.Key Responsibilities:Renewal Process Management: Manage the end-to-end renewal...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Adler & Allan Full time

    Logistics Operations Manager - Environmental Services Permanent, full-time position Competitive salary, vehicle allowance or Company vehicle along with Bonus The primary objective of this role is to oversee, direct, and manage the logistics operations while enhancing the commercial viability of the depot and the broader organization. This is a...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Hays Construction and Property Full time

    Job Summary:Hays Construction and Property is seeking an experienced Site Operations Manager to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of our residential construction projects.Key Responsibilities:Manage and coordinate site operations to ensure projects are completed on time,...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Hays Construction and Property Full time

    Job Summary:Hays Construction and Property is seeking an experienced Site Operations Manager to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of our residential construction projects.Key Responsibilities:Manage and coordinate site operations to ensure projects are completed on time,...


  • essex, United Kingdom Extension Recruitment Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead our client's manufacturing operations in Essex. As a key member of the management team, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence and ensuring the site meets the highest standards of efficiency and excellence.About the CompanyOur client is a leading paper packaging...


  • essex, United Kingdom Extension Recruitment Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead our client's manufacturing operations in Essex. As a key member of the management team, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence and ensuring the site meets the highest standards of efficiency and excellence.About the CompanyOur client is a leading paper packaging...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Rutherford Briant Full time

    Warehouse Manager**Job Summary:**Rutherford Briant is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead our warehouse operations. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of our warehouse, ensuring efficient and effective management of inventory, logistics, and supply chain processes.Key...


  • Essex, United Kingdom Rutherford Briant Full time

    Warehouse Manager**Job Summary:**Rutherford Briant is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to lead our warehouse operations. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of our warehouse, ensuring efficient and effective management of inventory, logistics, and supply chain processes.Key...