Overview: Our Operations Manager will be responsible for leading our manufacturing team from our Dudley Port facility. Are you looking for your next Operations Manager role? If you want production projects completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and quality standards, join us at Compco Fire Systems. Together, we can redefine what’s possible for the future of the Fire Protection Industry. What You’ll Be Doing: Lead our Manufacturing Team in scheduling production activities and executing the projects on time and within the budget. Component Ordering, Production, Picking, Packing and Shipping. Prepare production guidelines and programs that will achieve Compco production objectives. Monitor productivity rates, standards and quality control, communicating any problems or obstacles to senior management. Build a procedure for handling the defects with minimum interference on the production process. Train and coach management team on how to make products, monitor quality controls and the communication system for reporting defects. Enforce and implement quality controls. Set these quality control guidelines in every phase of the production process by defining the quality standard of the product in each stage. Streamline production costs with effective use of direct labour and redesigning processes. Strive to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all product lines Enhance technology in various phases of the production process to minimize the costs related to labour and reduce the time taken to produce products. Procure factory production equipment and take responsibility for its maintenance. Take ownership of health and safety procedures. Set safety protocols and define workplace risks prevention. Maintain hygienic conditions for both employees and the factory itself. What You’ll Need: Proven experience in an Operations Manager role (or similar) within a manufacturing setting, overseeing all aspects of the production process. Previous experience developing and implementing strategies to improve performance. Possess Strong leadership skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong financial awareness to effectively manage budgets, production and resources. Analytical thinker with high attention to detail. Ability to monitor risk Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office packages Full UK Driving License This is an office-based role and would require the successful Operations Manager to attend Monday-Friday at Units 100-400 Vaughan Trading Estate, Sedgley Road East, Tipton, DY4 7UJ. About Us: Compco Fire Systems are the UK’s leading provider of Automatic Fire Suppression Systems. A collective of talented individuals we put the safety and wellbeing of everyone first and know that we’re better when we work together. We have a long list of Clients that have selected us to protect them from Fire. These include Royal Ascot, IKEA, Rolls Royce, Starbucks, The Mailbox Birmingham, Triumph Motorcycles, AstraZeneca, University of Edinburgh, New Covent Garden Market, Premier Inn, NHS Hospital Trusts and Woburn Abbey & Gardens. By excelling at customer satisfaction based on our unique skills and strengths, we aim to be the first choice for our customers, clients and employees. Offering an attractive benefits package, together with a positive team atmosphere and the opportunity of being an important part of a progressive company - our growth will be your growth. The Perks: £40k-£60k DOE 25 Days Holiday Your Birthday Off Paid Bank Holiday Regular Social Events Long Service Awards Pension Scheme Healthcare Policy Insurance Policy Free VDU Eye Tests Cycle To Work Scheme