Job Title: Operations Manager Manufacturing
Location: Glasgow
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Pension, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance
Ready to take full operational control and lead a high-performing manufacturing site? GPW Recruitment is seeking an experienced Operations Manager on behalf of our client to champion safety, efficiency, and quality in a leading chemical manufacturing environment.
About the Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, youll have overall responsibility for production, maintenance, and warehouse operations. This is a hands-on leadership role, where youll be visible on the shop floor and in the boardroomcoaching and mentoring your teams, implementing improvements, and delivering on strategic business objectives.
Youll lead projects to improve safety, environmental performance, product and process quality, manufacturing costs, customer service levels, and people performance.
Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all operational areas: Production, Maintenance, and Warehouse.
Ensure the highest standards of health & safety, environmental compliance, and product quality.
Develop and maintain an effective manufacturing structure that supports business growth.
Define and monitor KPI performance to measure operational success.
Deliver continuous improvement projects to increase efficiency, output, and service while reducing waste and costs.
Set clear expectations for the operations team and provide regular performance feedback.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
About You Essential:
Proven leadership in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Hands-on experience in batch and continuous processing (e.g., cosmetics, food, pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals).
Strong knowledge of GMP, GLP, LEAN, Six Sigma, and ISO-based quality systems.
Experienced in managing multidisciplinary teams including Production, Maintenance, Planning, and Logistics.
Track record of improving safety, quality, efficiency, and cost control.
Skilled in Lean methodologies such as 5S and continuous improvement.
Desirable:
Knowledge of extrusion, compounding, polymer processing, and pigment/masterbatch handling.
Degree in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, or related field.
Whats on Offer Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Pension scheme
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Monday to Friday working pattern, with occasional weekend cover as required
How to Apply If youre a dynamic leader with the drive to deliver operational excellence in a manufacturing environment, wed love to hear from you.
Click Apply Now to submit your CV or for more information please contact Hannah Madden at GPW Recruitment.
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