Job Description
Location: Rugby, UK
Salary: £100,000 – £110,000 + 15% performance-based bonus
Benefits: company car or car allowance, healthcare, pension contribution matched up to 10%
An industry leader in nuclear and advanced power manufacturing is seeking an inspiring and results-driven Factory Operations Manager to lead its Rugby facility. This site plays a key role in producing and servicing complex rotating equipment for both civil and defence applications.
You’ll take full responsibility for factory operations — driving performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost — while building a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
What you’ll do
1. Lead all daily factory operations, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and cost targets are achieved.
2. Champion a strong safety-first culture, promoting proactive hazard identification and continuous improvement.
3. Drive operational excellence using lean methodologies and data-driven decision-making.
4. Manage and develop a diverse, high-performing team — fostering engagement, inclusion, and professional growth.
5. Oversee budget and planning, ensuring optimal resource use and operational efficiency.<...