Overview
NexGen Consultancy LTD are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager for a CNC manufacturer. Our client are a market leading sub con specialising mainly within the Aerospace and Automotive sector.
Responsibilities
* The Operations Manager will drive improvements throughout the business ensuring goals are met in a timely fashion by efficiently and effectively managing personnel and resources.
* The Operations Manager position requires involvement with the production and materials function, as well as customer service and support processes. Working closely with the Quality Manager, Supervisors, the Purchasing Progress Co-ordinator, the Production Planner, you will oversee there is appropriate communication and management information is given to attain the efficient and correct manufacturing of goods and process operations.
* Administer daily operations and on time delivery. Flag it up in a report to the MD if on time delivery schedules will not be met.
* Create, review and implement shop floor procedures.
* Work with all of the management team.
* Plan company activities with the Managing Director & Finance Director. Arrange regular planning meetings and discuss current and future expenditures with the Finance Director as part of planning.
* Overseeing / analysing tooling equipment costs for the business, including frequency of use, cost of tooling, and maintenance of systems. Tooling costs can be discussed at the planning meeting.
* Drive continuous improvement in labour costs through waste reduction, production efficiency, and operations improvement; discuss at the planning meeting.
* Work with the Finance Director on financial budgets.
* Liaise with Unit Supervisors to ensure production budgets and delivery targets are being met.
* Communicate any delivery/production issues to both the Customer and the Managing Director. Oversee and manage customer communications by delegating this function to the Production Planner.
* Schedule all machine maintenance requirements and attend to breakdowns as needed.
* Assist in the recruitment, training and assessment of staff including disciplinary measures as necessary.
* Attend meetings, training, and chair and follow up action points of Production meetings.
* Travel to sub-contractors and third-party suppliers when necessary in conjunction with the Quality Manager.
* Involved on a daily basis with all aspects of Health and Safety requirements and compliance.
* Deal with any adhoc issues as they arise at the scheduled daily meeting with the MD.
Qualifications / Skills
* Being able to drive improvements in all areas of the business
* Being able to manoeuvre and develop business procedures
* Work within and promote a team environment
* Problem solving skills
* Manage, communicate and provide leadership to staff
* Be able to manage teams and employees
* Skilled in understanding, creating and analysing SFDC reports and KPI's
If you feel you are the right candidate for the role, apply now
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