Introduction At Elis, we are experts in delivering critical cleanroom solutions that keep some of the world’s most advanced industries running — from pharmaceuticals and biotech to healthcare, electronics and high-tech manufacturing. Our contamination control services set the standard across Europe, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence. We are now looking for a driven and experienced Operations Manager to lead our Knutsford Cleanroom site. This is a fantastic opportunity for a people-focused leader with a continuous improvement mindset to make a real impact in a highly regulated and fast-moving environment. Your Tasks As Operations Manager, you’ll: Lead and develop production and engineering teams to deliver on-time, high-quality service to our customers. Drive continuous improvement and efficiency through Lean principles and the Elis Production Essentials. Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety and regulatory standards. Take responsibility for site performance, resource planning, budgeting and forecasting. Work closely with the General Manager, deputising when required, and contributing to long-term strategy. Champion a “One Team” culture across functions including engineering, service, textile and logistics. Your Profile Proven experience in production, supply chain or service management, ideally in a regulated or process-driven industry. Strong people leadership skills – able to motivate, coach and inspire high-performing teams. Commercial and financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting and resource planning. Knowledge of ERP systems and strong analytical skills. A proactive, customer-focused approach with excellent communication skills. Desirable: experience with Lean / Six Sigma methodologies and NEBOSH certification. We Offer Life Assurance Private Medical 33 Days Holiday On-site Parking Company Pension Employee Assistance Programme Be part of a market leader in cleanroom services, supporting industries where precision, safety and quality are paramount. Take ownership of a site with exciting opportunities to improve, innovate and grow. Competitive salary circa £45,000 with excellent benefits. A collaborative, people-first culture where your ideas can shape the future of our operation. If you’re ready to lead, inspire and drive operational excellence in a cutting-edge environment, we’d love to hear from you. Interested? Then apply online! Your contact person: Claudia Cronin HR & Talent Resourcing Manager Tel: 44 (0) 7458 025 332