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Ilkeston
Probe UK
Head of operations
Posted: 24 June
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and strategic Head of Operations to join a European leading business, where making a difference to people’s lives through the products that they design, manufacture and install is a daily occurrence. With 40 years’ experience under their belt, they are a leading provider in the UK, a market leader in Europe and have a presence in many other countries worldwide. They continue to expand rapidly in the UK and internationally, a business that has doubled in size these last few years.

They are proud of their fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment, where customer satisfaction and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything that they do.

Head of Operations, Salary, Hours and Benefits

* £80,000 - £90,000+
* Car allowance
* Management Bonus Scheme
* 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm (with some flexibility)
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Life insurance cover
* Employee Assistance Programme

Essential Requirements

* Proven Head of Operations / Operations Director experience within Manufacturing.
* Experience of working for a business circa 50 million+ turnover.
* An Engineering background, someone who has risen through a business.
* Very much hands-on, but also strategic.
* A business qualification would be advantageous.
* Deep understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
* Commercially astute with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Head of Operations Key Responsibilities

* The Head of Operations will provide strong, strategic leadership across operational functions to drive high performance and collaboration.
* Championing a proactive Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality culture.
* Maintaining profitability during rapid business expansion.
* Using data-driven KPIs and metrics to guide planning and decision-making.
* Driving Lean Manufacturing and operational efficiency - championing a zero-defect mindset to improve overall quality standards.
* Leading and developing the Engineering function.
* Managing growth across international operations.
* Implementing effective production workflows to boost productivity and minimise waste.
* Taking ownership of the post-sales process to enhance cross-team collaboration and service delivery.
* Identifying cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality - embedding a culture of continuous improvement across all teams.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totallyFREEservice to all our Candidates.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me orAPPLYand I will be in touch.

Should you want to learn more about any of ourMANUFACTURING & PRODUCTIONvacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact meto have an informal, confidential chat.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994

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