Your new company You will be joining a leading engineering organisation that is highly regarded for delivering exceptional quality and innovative solutions to multiple sectors. This company is committed to technical excellence and continuous improvement, offering a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a real impact. Your new role As Operations Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of operations within a fast-paced engineering environment. This is a truly hands-on leadership role, where you will spend significant time on the shop floor, working closely with production and quality teams to ensure targets are met and standards are maintained. You will also manage purchasing and supply chain activities, oversee ERP systems, and maintain strong relationships with customers to deliver exceptional service. In addition, you will be responsible for ensuring operational efficiency and profitability while leading and motivating your team. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you must have a strong engineering background and proven experience in a manufacturing engineering environment. You will be comfortable taking a hands-on approach, engaging directly with operational processes and supporting your team on-site. Excellent communication skills are essential for managing customer and supplier relationships, and you will need experience with ERP systems as well as a solid understanding of purchasing and supply chain management. Strong leadership qualities and financial awareness are also key to driving performance and managing costs effectively. What you'll get in return In return, you will benefit from a competitive salary that will be negotiable for the right person and a comprehensive benefits package. The working hours are Monday to Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM, giving you long weekends every week. You will also have the opportunity to join a growing, innovative company where your leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping future success. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Operations Manager Manufacturing Engineering ERP Benefits: competitive