My client is a leading technology business based in the North East of England. Reporting to the Operations Director, my client seeks a proactive and results-oriented Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on production efficiency, quality leadership, and continuous improvement. About the role The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end production and quality functions, ensuring high-performance operations that meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals. Main Responsibilities * Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient workflow, resource optimisation, and achievement of production KPIs (output, OEE, downtime, on-time delivery). * Drive best practices in production scheduling, capacity planning, and materials flow to support customer demand and inventory control. * Directly lead the Quality function, including quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians. * Ensure full compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. * Oversee internal and external audits, corrective and preventive action programs, and quality training initiatives. * Drive the implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) that supports operational excellence and customer satisfaction. * Champion the use of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles to drive process improvements and waste reduction. * Lead...