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Operations Manager

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Operations Manager

Newcastle

The Opportunity

A leading manufacturing organisation is seeking a Operations Manager to oversee and drive performance across the UK facility.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for end-to-end operational delivery, leading multiple teams to achieve best-in-class performance across key performance indicators.

You’ll play a pivotal role in translating strategic objectives into operational results, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  * Lead all day-to-day manufacturing operations across a multi-disciplinary team

  * Drive performance across typically manufacturing KPI’s

  * Ensure customer demand is fulfilled efficiently and on time

  * Provide oversight of major projects and coordinate cross-functional delivery

  * Own and deliver site revenue and operational performance targets

  * Embed Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies across the operation

  * Champion productivity, efficiency, and cost-reduction initiatives

  * Develop high-performing teams through strong leadership, coaching, and succession planning

  * Ensure robust planning systems, including S&OP/SIOP and production scheduling

  * Maintain high standards across quality, compliance, and facility management

About You

  * Strong leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial operations

  * Proven ability to manage and develop operational teams in a fast-paced environment

  * Track record of improving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance

  * Skilled in Lean / Six Sigma practices (Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent experience)

  * Strong commercial awareness with the ability to deliver against revenue and operational targets

  * Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

  * Experience with ERP/MRP systems, production planning, and operational analytics

  * Hands-on, results-driven leadership style with a passion for continuous improvement

Why Apply?

  * Senior leadership role with significant influence on site performance

  * Opportunity to shape culture and drive operational excellence

  * Competitive salary and benefits package

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