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Operations Director

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 90,000 - 120,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: WR11 8SW

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Operations Director - Heavy Machinery Manufacturing Location: Worcestershire
 Contract: Permanent
 Salary: Excellent package + comprehensive benefits
 The Opportunity We are seeking an exceptional Operations Director to join a leading organisation within the heavy machinery manufacturing sector. This is a pivotal leadership role for a proven operational expert who thrives on driving performance, leading transformation, and delivering sustainable improvements across complex manufacturing environments.
 This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations Director who has fully operated at board level and is equally comfortable immersed on the shop floor, ensuring alignment between strategy and execution.
 The Role Reporting directly to the executive leadership team, you will hold end-to-end responsibility for operational performance across manufacturing, production, supply chain, and continuous improvement functions.
 Key responsibilities include:
  
Leading and executing the strategic direction of operations to drive efficiency, productivity, and profitability 
Delivering operational turnaround initiatives, improving underperforming production environments and embedding best-practice processes 
Providing visible leadership across all levels - from shop floor teams to boardroom stakeholders 
Driving a culture of continuous improvement (Lean / Six Sigma principles) 
Managing and optimising manufacturing output, quality, safety, and cost control 
Developing high-performing teams and succession pipelines across operations 
Collaborating with senior leadership to support business growth, innovation, and long-term operational strategy 
Ensuring compliance with all industry regulations, quality standards, and health & safety requirements  About You We are looking for a highly credible and hands-on leader with a strong track record in heavy manufacturing environments.
  
 You will bring:
  
Proven experience operating as an Operations Director (or equivalent senior leadership role) within heavy machinery manufacturing 
Demonstrable success in turnaround and transformation of production operations 
A leadership style that is both strategic and hands-on, with the ability to work effectively from shop floor to boardroom 
Strong commercial acumen and operational insight 
Experience driving continuous improvement programmes (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar) 
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills 
A results-driven mindset with the ability to deliver measurable improvements  What's On Offer  
Excellent salary package (competitive and reflective of experience) 
Attractive bonus scheme 
Comprehensive benefits package (including pension, healthcare, etc.) 
Opportunity to play a key role in shaping operational strategy and performance 
A dynamic and supportive leadership environment  Apply Now If you are an experienced Operations Director ready to take on a high-impact role within a demanding and rewarding manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you

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