13th May, 2026 Operations Manager Location: Runcorn, Cheshire Salary: £42,500 per year (starting salary) Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm Hunters 4 Staff are recruiting an experienced Operations Manager for a well‑established manufacturer and supplier of high‑quality door components. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor while also shaping the wider operational strategy of a growing business. You'll take full ownership of production and operational performance, leading teams, improving processes, and ensuring the factory runs safely, efficiently, and to consistently high standards. Key Responsibilities Lead all operational and production activity to meet business, quality, and financial targets Provide strong, hands‑on leadership on the shop floor, managing workflow and people day to day Drive continuous improvement across production, efficiency, waste reduction, and quality Ensure full compliance with health & safety, quality, and industry standards Support new product development by planning resources, costs, and operational readiness Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors What We're Looking For At least 5 years' experience in an operations or production management role Background within the door industry or a closely related manufacturing environment Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage teams Commercial awareness with experience working to budgets and performance targets Confident, practical, and comfortable operating at senior level What's on Offer Salary of £42,500 per year 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional days after 5 and 10 years' service Life insurance from day one Salary sacrifice electric car scheme Free health & wellbeing portal On‑site parking Stable, growing business with long‑term opportunity This role is easily commutable from Widnes, Warrington, St Helens, Liverpool, and Ellesmere Port. Similar roles include Production Manager, Factory Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or Operations Lead. If you're an experienced, hands‑on leader who enjoys making a real impact on the shop floor and beyond, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and we'll guide you through the process. INDPERM