Head of Operations Role with a growing manufacturing company. Site Leadership role based in Skelmersdale.
Client Details
Our client is a growing, well established industrial manufacturing company who are currently recruiting a Head of Operations in Skelmersdale.
Description
* Provide clear day to day direction for the site aligning to the annual plan and 5 year strategy.
* Develop and implement manufacturing strategies aligned with company objectives including overseeing CAPEX investment.
* Develop a culture on site of "can-do" attitude and profitable growth.
* Drive operational excellence and cost optimisation initiatives.
* Oversee production, operational planning, scheduling, engineering and resource allocation.
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards including maintaining all professional memberships.
* Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions and recovery plans where there are gaps.
* Prepare with the Finance department and manage local budgets for all factory operations.
* Analyse financial reports and ensure profitability targets are met.
* Manage and deliver the monthly P & L to ensure budgets are met.
* Lead, mentor, and develop department managers and staff.
* Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
* Develop next line management and have in place a robust training and development plan including succession planning.
* Collaborate and lead the procurement function to ensure timely availability of raw materials.
* Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate favourable terms.
* Share best practice across the Modular Accommodation business.
* Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
* Drive automation and technology adoption to enhance productivity.
* Development of SAP system on site and roll-out of GCH front end software.
Profile
* A strong background in an engineering and manufacturing management role.
* Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams at site leadership level.
* Experience in strategic planning and operational execution.
* Knowledge of manufacturing industry regulations and best practices.
* Excellent problem solving and decision making skills.
* A results oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
* Proven experience in multiple departmental team management project management and strong leadership experience with leading multi disciplinary teams
* Understanding and proven experience of internal stakeholder engagement and importance of OTIF, KPIS and impact on client side activity
* Proven track record in implementing improvement measures to enhance the performance and effectiveness of manufacturing operations.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
* Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills
* Ability to translate operational / manufacturing concepts into practical effective solutions
* Experience in the implementation and management of ISO and associated certification standards
* Proven experience in Operations management with a track record in a senior leadership role
Job Offer
£70,000 to £80,000 plus car allowance, bonus and benefits
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