Operations Manager Leyland, Lancashire £62,000 – £63,000 Benefits Progression Are you an Operations Manager from a manufacturing, heavy engineering, or similar background? Are you looking for a role offering complete autonomy and the opportunity to become a General Manager of a multi-site operation? An excellent opportunity is available to join a thriving manufacturer as they undergo significant investment in both their plant & people. You will spearhead the growth at their flagship facility, learning from the current General Manager as you go. We are seeking a leader of leaders, someone who can help with the development of supervisors as the business matures. You will have experience working cross-functionally with departments (Engineering, HR, HSE etc.), and a strong background in change management and project delivery. The Role As Operations Manager, you will: * Lead and develop a team of 5 direct reports (3 Production Supervisors and 2 Maintenance Professionals) and a wider team of 101 indirect staff. * Drive operational excellence through strong leadership, coaching, and the implementation of best practices. * Champion and deliver change management initiatives, challenging the status quo and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. * Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across HR, HSE, Logistics and other business functions to deliver on operational objectives. * Oversee multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. About You We’re looking for someone who: * Is an accomplished Operations Manager (or similar), with experience developing and empowering supervisory-level staff. * Has proven experience delivering successful change management programmes. * Possesses excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. * Experienced working in the Manufacturing, FMCG, EfW, Waste, Recycling or a similar process driven environments. * Is highly organised with strong project management capabilities. What’s on Offer * £62,000–£63,000 per year * 26days Bank, 4 x Life Assurance, Pension Benefits * Salary review in January (approx. 3% uplift) * Genuine progression opportunities — including the potential to move into a General Manager role Interested in learning more about this opportunity? Please apply via this advert or send an enquiry through the Fusion Talent website