Operations Director

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven Senior Operations Professional from an engineering and manufacturing background, to join a growing business and be instrumental in the success of the business, driving the production and operational areas forward.

Client Details

My client is a well-established steel products manufacturer, they design, develop, manufacture and distribute their products throughout the UK and worldwide.

Description

As the Operations Director you will be responsible for:

• The role holds key responsibilities including Production, Facilities Management, Environmental Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement, to ensure the business operates in the most effective manner possible and meets/exceeds customer expectation.
• Oversee daily operations in the engineering and manufacturing department.
• Implement operational strategies and objectives to ensure the achievement of the company's goals.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Ensure safety and efficiency of all production operations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and manage resources effectively.
• Develop and manage budget for the manufacturing department.
• Maintain compliance with industry and company standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering and manufacturing team.

Profile

A successful Operations Director should have:

• A degree or equivalent in an Engineering field.
• Proven leadership experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Experience of a manufacturing environment where welding, fabrication and manual methods of production have been the main processes.
• Experience within automated machine based production environment (not high volume).
• Must have spent a significant portion of career within an own product manufacturing business.
• Experience with product delivery using own transport fleet or through close cooperation with sub-contract haulier.
• Extensive working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements of a manufacturing facility and able to promote a strong Health and Safety culture.
• Ability and confidence to drive improvements in facilities and maintenance.
• Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements.

Job Offer

• Excellent salary.
• A flexible benefits package tailored to your needs.
• A chance to lead a dedicated engineering and manufacturing team.
• An opportunity to work for an environmentally conscious, innovative company.