The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations across two sites within a growing and evolving business. This is a leadership role with responsibility for operational performance, people leadership, and the development and delivery of consistent processes, ways of working and KPIs across both locations.
The successful candidate will play a key role in improving efficiency, strengthening collaboration between sites, and supporting the business's longer-term growth strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Work with the Managing Director to develop and deliver a strategic plan and objectives that will drive all business operational activity, efficiently, and to the required quality
* Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across two sites, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations
* Drive consistency in processes, standards, and performance management across both locations
* Own and improve key operational metrics including safety, quality, OTIF, productivity, and cost
* Coach and develop site management teams, building capability, accountability, and engagement
* Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve performance
* Work closely with supply chain, engineering, quality, and commercial teams to ensure aligned delivery
* Manage operational budgets and support capital investment decisions
* Act as a key contributor to the senior leadership team, providing insight and operational challenge
What We're Looking For
Essential
* Proven experience in a senior operational role within a manufacturing business
* Experience leading multi-site operations
* Strong people leadership skills with the ability to engage colleagues at all levels
* Solid understanding of manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and H&S requirements
* Track record of driving operational improvement and change
* Lean / Continuous Improvement experience
Personal Attributes
* Hands‑on, visible leader with strong operational credibility
* Structured and data‑driven, but with a pragmatic in approach
* Confident communicator able to influence across functions and sites
* Resilient and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment
* Thinks and works collaboratively
* Leads by example in everything they do
* Integrity
* Strong and effective communication and influencing skills
* Able to make difficult and complex decisions
* Resilience when challenged and when under pressure
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