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Operations Manager

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 70,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

This is a great opportunity to join a long established manufacturing business, where you will have the opportunity to be a key member of the senior leadership team and develop operations with full autonomy and support.

The Operations Manager will act as the bridge between strategy and execution, ensuring that resources, processes and teams are aligned to achieve organisational goals efficiently. The Operations Manager will play a critical role in maintaining operational health, improving productivity and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

They will oversee daily business activities, focusing on optimising processes, productivity and efficiency across production, quality and logistics. They will align daily operations with company goals by managing budgets, staff and supply chains to improve performance and reduce costs.

Reporting directly to the Directors of the company the Operations Manager will be a key member of the Senior Leadership team and will play a major role in the day to day running of the business.

Key Responsibilities

  * Process Optimisation:

Analysing workflows to enhance productivity and implement improvements (e.g., Lean Management) & optimization of machinery and production layout.

  * Strategic Planning:

Aligning operational goals with the overall company strategy. Planning and implementing automation projects

  * Resource & Financial Management:

Controlling budgets, inventory, and supply chains with strong cooperation with our financial controller.

  * Leadership & Coordination:

Managing teams, facilitating communication between departments (HR, IT, Sales), and fostering a positive work environment.

  * Quality Control:

Ensuring products and services meet quality standards and international approvals

Management may, from time to time, require you to carry out tasks in addition to your normal duties, provided these tasks are both reasonable and within your capabilities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  * Education:

A degree in Engineering (technical field) or Operations Management or similar preferable.

  * Experience:

Prior experience in leadership role to run SME operation incl. production, logistics and quality.

  * Core Competencies:

Strong technical and production focussed with analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Communication

Able to liaise with vendors, customers and employees on all levels of the business.

Hours of Work

Monday-Friday – Office Hours.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package including salary Circa £70kp/a Negotiable + £10k Bonus, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Pension and other regular company benefits.

This is a great opportunity to join a long established manufacturing business, where you will have the opportunity to be a key member of the senior leadership team and develop operations with full autonomy and support

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