Operations Manager Manufacturing Production
Pocklington, York, North Yorkshire
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Commutable for anyone that lives in York, Selby, Leeds, East Riding, North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, Doncaster, Hull
Full Time Permanent Office based role working 40hrs per week – Monday to Friday
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are working with a leading supplier within the manufacturing industry who have been established for over 40 years.
We are now seeking a skilled and experienced Operations Manager to join their trusted, reputable and successful business, covering two sites, one based in Pocklington and one based in Thorne, Near Doncaster
The Role of Operations Manager
Production and Transport Management and Planning
In conjunction with the Company’s production planner, site supervisors and ERP system, continually review and oversee capacity planning across all activity centres to enable accurate prediction and quotation of delivery lead times. Similarly, oversee and manage the day to day planning, prioritisation, control and allocation of work within the factory.
Ensure delivery dates agreed are always met.
Ensure production capacity matches demand, in the short and long term, through control of overtime, manning levels, shift working, capital investment where justified or improvement in efficiencies.
Recommend/implement method improvements and capital purchases as necessary
Liaise with purchasing to ensure maintenance of adequate stock levels and avoid stockout/production stoppages
Fully understand the roles of, direct, lead, support and where necessary temporarily stand in for in particular immediate subordinates.
Personnel
Recruit, motivate and lead all factory employees
Ensure compliance with current employment legislation
Recommend/agree and continually review remuneration levels and skillsets for factory employees.
Monitor and continually update disciplinary procedures in line with relevant legislation and best practice. Be responsible for implementing disciplinary actions as and when necessary, including if necessary dismissal of staff.
Health and Safety
Ensure the safest possible working practices and environment are maintained
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation
Training
Ensure appropriate and necessary training is provided for employees including induction, Company rules/procedures, health and safety and job specific skills.
Carry out regular performance appraisals, retraining and reskilling as appropriate to the Company’s needs
Quality
Take responsibility for quality control.
Continually improve, update and maintain standard working procedures, method statements and QA practices
Productivity
Set and maintain productivity standards and targets
Continuously improve factory efficiencies through better working methods, layouts, organisation, systems etc
Maintain and manage operation of any bonus schemes in force from time to time
Projects
Carry out specific projects as and when required.
The candidate
A proven track record of running manufacturing operations and supporting growth objectives
An engaging demeanour, capable of leading and creating “buy in”.
Always seeking to improve practice and identify process improvements, with ability to communicate the issues and instruct colleagues on change implementation
Ability and experience to lead, coach, inspire, support and motivate all members of the team.
Capable of and accustomed to multi-tasking
A strong strategic mindset
Proven and passionate leader
Strong understanding of HR principles/practices/employment law
Strong H&S experience and training (NEBOSH a significant advantage)
Effective communication skills
Benefits
Healthcare plan
Free Parking
Pension
If you would like to apply for the role of Operations Manager then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Deb on (phone number removed)
Closing date is 29.11.2025 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.
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