Operations Manager Engineering
Pocklington, York, North Yorkshire YO42
£55,000 - £70,000 per annum
Commutable for anyone that lives in York, Selby, Leeds, East Riding, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, Doncaster, Hull
You will need experience of CNC Programming to be considered for this role.
Full Time Permanent Office based role working 40hrs per week – Monday to Friday
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are working with a leading supplier within the manufacturing industry who have been established for over 40 years.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Operations Manager to join their trusted, reputable and successful business, covering two sites, one based in Pocklington and one based near Doncaster
The Role of Operations Manager
Production and Transport Management and Planning
* In conjunction with the Company’s production planner, site supervisors and ERP system, continually review and oversee capacity planning across all activity centres to enable accurate prediction and quotation of delivery lead times. Similarly, oversee and manage the day to day planning, prioritisation, control and allocation of work within the factory.
* Ensure delivery dates agreed are always met.
* Ensure production capacity matches demand, in the short and long term, through control of overtime, manning levels, shift working, capital investment where justified or improvement in efficiencies.
* Recommend/implement method improvements and capital purchases as necessary
* Liaise with purchasing to ensure maintenance of adequate stock levels and avoid stockout/production stoppages
* Fully understand the roles of, direct, lead, support and where necessary temporarily stand in for in particular immediate subordinates.
Personnel
* Recruit, motivate and lead all factory employees
* Ensure compliance with current employment legislation
* Recommend/agree and continually review remuneration levels and skillsets for factory employees.
* Monitor and continually update disciplinary procedures in line with relevant legislation and best practice. Be responsible for implementing disciplinary actions as and when necessary, including if necessary dismissal of staff.
Health and Safety
* Ensure the safest possible working practices and environment are maintained
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation
Training
* Ensure appropriate and necessary training is provided for employees including induction, Company rules/procedures, health and safety and job specific skills.
* Carry out regular performance appraisals, retraining and reskilling as appropriate to the Company’s needs
Quality
* Take responsibility for quality control.
* Continually improve, update and maintain standard working procedures, method statements and QA practices
Productivity
* Set and maintain productivity standards and targets
* Continuously improve factory efficiencies through better working methods, layouts, organisation, systems etc
* Maintain and manage operation of any bonus schemes in force from time to time
Projects
* Carry out specific projects as and when required.
The candidate
* A proven track record of running manufacturing operations and supporting growth objectives
* An engaging demeanour, capable of leading and creating “buy in”.
* Always seeking to improve practice and identify process improvements, with ability to communicate the issues and instruct colleagues on change implementation
* Ability and experience to lead, coach, inspire, support and motivate all members of the team.
* An understanding of CNC Programming
* IOSH
* Capable of and accustomed to multi-tasking
* A strong strategic mindset
* Proven and passionate leader
* Strong understanding of HR principles/practices/employment law
* Strong H&S experience and training (NEBOSH a significant advantage)
* Effective communication skills
Benefits
* Healthcare plan
* Free Parking
* Pension
If you would like to apply for the role of Operations Manager then please email your CV to debbie.gough@hawk-3.com or call Deb on 07557803946
Closing date is 20.12.2025 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.
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