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Operations Manager, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Client:
Brampton Recruitment Ltd
Location:
Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
88db90cdb33a
Job Views:
8
Posted:
01.08.2025
Expiry Date:
15.09.2025
Job Description:
As the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing and leading the success of the finishing department.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to join a well-established specialist manufacturing business. You will manage and lead the finishing department, developing performance, processes, and output. You will oversee a team of 3 supervisors and 62 staff members.
Job Responsibilities include:
* Leading the team in SAP usage for data processing, analysis, and planning.
* Conducting toolbox talks and shift meetings, including night shifts.
* Creating production schedules across all plants.
* Managing stock, rotation, and ordering consumables.
* Supporting development of customer relationships and assisting with estimating and pricing.
* Ensuring on-time, quality, and cost-effective delivery of post-fabrication processes and coated parts.
* Promoting health & safety compliance and culture.
* Managing production KPIs and reviewing performance regularly.
* Enhancing workplace wellbeing and employee satisfaction.
* Identifying training needs for team members, including underperformers and high performers.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
* Previous experience as Operations Manager, Production Manager, or similar in manufacturing or engineering.
* Background in manufacturing, factory, or production environments.
* SAP Business One experience is preferred but not essential; experience with other ERP/MRP systems is acceptable.
* Proven ability to improve production efficiency.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage changing workflows.
* Strong delegation, scheduling, and planning skills.
* Experience in managing and developing people.
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, Friday 7:30 am – 3:00 pm
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum
Benefits:
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Taxable PMI paid after probation
* Employer pension contribution 3%, employee 5%
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Life assurance (2x salary)
* Healthcare after probation
* Discounts through ERP and Reward Gateway
Brampton Recruitment is an independent agency serving Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and Greater Manchester.
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