VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a growing and ambitious Plastics / Fabrication company to recruit a newly created Operations Manager position. This role has been introduced as a direct result of continued growth, with the business now targeting £10 million turnover. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an experienced operations professional to take full ownership of site performance and oversee the complete operational process from point of sale through to final delivery. Salary & Benefits Opportunity to shape and define a brand-new leadership role Join a company with clear growth ambitions and strong market demand Autonomy to implement systems and operational improvements Competitive salary package (DOE) The Role The Operations Manager will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site, ensuring that all departments operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with commercial objectives. You will manage the full lifecycle of projects - from initial order confirmation, planning and production, through to quality control and final dispatch. This role requires a hands-on leader who can streamline processes, improve efficiencies, and build scalable systems to support the company's next phase of growth. Key Responsibilities Oversee all site operations across production, fabrication, and dispatch Manage the end-to-end process from sales handover to finished product delivery Lead production planning to ensure deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are consistently met Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste Monitor KPIs, performance metrics, and operational costs Develop and implement robust systems and procedures to support growth to £10m turnover Ensure full compliance with health & safety and quality standards Lead, mentor, and develop supervisory and production teams Collaborate closely with Sales and Senior Leadership to align operational capacity with commercial demand The Ideal Candidate Proven experience in an Operations Manager or Senior Production/Manufacturing leadership role Background within Plastics, Fabrication, Manufacturing, or a similar production environment Strong understanding of end-to-end operational processes Experience managing growing teams and scaling operations Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets and improving margins Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive accountability and performance Solutions-focused, hands-on, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment For more information on this opportunity, please apply directly or contact Jack Groves @ VANRATH for a confidential discussion. Skills: operations manager operations manufacturing production senior dunmurry belfast Benefits: Fantastic Benefits Package