About Zunoma:
Zunoma are a world leading security printing company based in Eastbourne. We use innovative and technological solutions across several sectors including Government, retail, education, local authorities and financial institutions and offer a range of security print features to combat forgery and counterfeiting.
Zunoma serves customers worldwide and we are proud of our reputation as a responsible, reputable and experienced supplier.
What we Offer:
Competitive Basic Salary
Employee benefits including 25 days annual leave, Private Healthcare, Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work Scheme.
Position Overview:
We are looking for an Operations Manager, to join our dedicated, friendly and customer focused management team based at our site in Eastbourne. You will be responsible for managing resources, implementing best practices, and ensuring customer requirements and delivery timelines are consistently achieved.
This will include tasks such as:
* Operational Management tasks – Coordinate daily operations and provide guidance to the Operations team (Compliance, Purchasing and Facilities), monitor production schedules, ensure quality control standards are met, management of stock control and supply chain.
* Leadership & People Management – Lead, motivate and develop operations staff, monitor staff training needs and requirements, promote a high performing and accountable culture and ensure compliance with employment legislation.
* Compliance & Security - Ensure all operational activities comply with current standards and certifications, manage internal and external audits and provide corrective action where necessary, ensure integrity and confidentiality of secure printing processes.
* Process Improvement – ensure cost and efficiency gains whilst maintaining security and quality, lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement new technology or systems to enhance operations.
* Reporting & Performance Monitoring – Track KPI’s and work closely with the Finance team to oversee budgets and costs as well as to prepare reports and updates for the leadership team.
Skills/experience we are looking for:
* Proven experience in an operations, HR or production management role, ideally in a secure or regulated manufacturing environment
* Understanding of lean manufacturing principles, quality management systems and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma and Kaizan)
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and build a positive team culture
* Excellent organisational, planning, and decision-making skills
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high security and quality standards
* Familiarity with compliance frameworks and audit requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001)
Not essential, but it would be great if you had:
* Previous experience in security printing or related industries (banking, government documents, etc.)
* Working knowledge of secure print technologies, data-driven print processes, or automated finishing equipment
* Experience with ERP or production management systems
* Relevant qualifications in Operations Management, Human Resources, or related discipline
If you feel that you have some of what we are looking for and would be excited to find out more, we would love to hear from you.