Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead a busy manufacturing site in Chesterfield. This hands‑on leadership role supports the General Manager, strengthens shop‑floor performance, and helps build a positive, high‑performing culture. You will play a key part in improving delivery, quality, team engagement and health and safety across the site. The role suits someone who is confident working with people, data and day‑to‑day operational issues, and who can lead by example in a heavy industrial environment.
Role: Operations Manager – Salary up to £65,000 (plus bonus). Location: Chesterfield.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and mentor shopfloor teams.
* Improve delivery, quality and overall operational performance.
* Support the General Manager as a strong second‑in‑command.
* Promote best practice in health and safety.
* Use data and analytics to support improvement.
* Work closely with other departments including Sales.
Ideal Candidate
* Experience in heavy industry, manufacturing or engineering.
* Strong leadership and team transformation experience.
* A hands‑on management style.
* Good commercial awareness.
* Strong health and safety standards.
* Ability to engage, influence and unite teams.
* Working knowledge of Lean principles (not essential).
The Operations Manager is a big role for the business, looking for a strong leader to help shape the culture, the processes and the continuous improvement of their site.
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