Operations Manager (Engineering) - Ballymoney Area - Permanent An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a well-established engineering company specialising in metal fabrication, CNC machining, and bespoke product design. This pivotal role offers the chance to lead operational activities, ensure efficient production, and deliver high-quality projects across a diverse client base. About the role: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum Monday to Friday Permanent role What you'll be doing in this role: Oversee daily manufacturing and production activities Manage stock control, procurement, and supply chain operations Ensure workflow runs efficiently to meet output and quality targets Review and refine operational processes to increase productivity Implement improvements to reduce waste, shorten lead times, and control costs Monitor performance metrics and drive operational excellence Plan and allocate resources effectively across projects Ensure bespoke engineering projects are delivered within budget and on schedule What you'll need for this role: Proven experience in an operations or production management role within engineering or manufacturing Strong understanding of fabrication and CNC machining environments Effective leadership and team management capabilities Experience driving operational improvements and efficiencies Commercially aware with strong organisational and planning skills Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.