We are supporting Lignacite, a leading UK manufacturer of sustainable concrete blocks, in their search for an Operations & Production Director. Operating across two major sites in Brandon (Suffolk) and Nazeing (Essex), Lignacite supply high-performance products to the construction industry and are renowned for quality, innovation, and long-term stability. This is a senior leadership role overseeing all operational performance, people management, and continuous improvement across both manufacturing sites. Key responsibilities:Provide visible, hands-on leadership across both production sitesDrive operational performance, efficiency, OEE, quality, and safetyLead and develop large multi-skilled teams (2 direct reports, 40+ indirect)Oversee production planning, resource allocation, and labour managementManage capital projects, site upgrades, and new technology implementationMaintain high standards in H&S, environmental compliance, and QMSOversee raw materials, inventory control, and product quality assuranceLead relationships with key suppliers and manage major contract negotiationsSupport integration of new product innovations into full-scale productionAbout you:Senior operational leader from heavy manufacturing, aggregates, quarrying or related industriesHighly hands-on and resilient with strong site presenceExperienced in leading large teams and managing complex operationsStrong understanding of CI, automation, process optimisation and KPI deliveryCommercially aware with board-level potentialCapable of driving cultural change and building high-performing teamsWhy join Lignacite?Long-established and highly respected UK manufacturerSignificant influence across two major production sitesStrong leadership support, including transition with outgoing directorExcellent long-term progression with clear strategic impactThis is a fantastic opportunity for a driven operations leader to join Lignacite and shape the future of its manufacturing capability. Apply today for immediate consideration.