The Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and profitable day-to-day operation of the manufacturing business. The role ensures that customer orders are delivered on time, to the required quality standards and within budget, whilst driving continuous improvement across production, planning, purchasing, facilities and logistics. Lead operational performance and support the company`s growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Production & Manufacturing
Manage all manufacturing operations across welding, fabrication, assembly and warehouse functions.
Ensure production schedules are achieved safely, efficiently and to quality standards.
Monitor labour utilisation, capacity planning and operational performance.
Lead daily production meetings and coordinate activities across departments.
Identify and remove operational bottlenecks.
Planning & Scheduling
Oversee production planning and scheduling to meet customer delivery requirements.
Ensure materials, labour and equipment resources are aligned with production demands.
Manage production KPIs including On-time delivery, Productivity, Work in progress (WIP)
Purchasing & Supply Chain
Manage purchasing and material planning activities.
Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, consumables and subcontract services.
Support cost reduction initiatives and inventory optimisation.
Warehouse
Oversee goods receiving, stock control, storage and dispatch.
Maintain accurate inventory records.
Improve warehouse efficiency and material flow through the business.
Facilities & Maintenance
Ensure facilities, equipment and infrastructure are maintained and fit for purpose.
Coordinate preventative maintenance activities.
Safety & Compliance
Promote a strong health and safety culture across the business.
Ensure compliance with UK health and safety legislation and company policies.
Participate in risk assessments, audits and corrective action activities.
Continuous Improvement
Lead projects focused on efficiency, waste reduction and cost control.
Implement best practice processes and standard operating procedures.
Use operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
Leadership & People Management
Lead, coach and develop operational teams and supervisors.
Set objectives and conduct performance reviews.
Support recruitment, training and succession planning.
Foster a positive and accountable team culture.
Person Specification: Essential
Proven experience in an Operations Manager, Production Manager or Manufacturing Manager role.
Automotive experience.
Experience within fabrication, engineering or manufacturing environments.
Strong knowledge of production planning and supply chain processes.
Experience managing multiple departments and supervisors.
Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements including a up to date NEBOSH qualification.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent problem-solving and organisational abilities.
Driving License. Desirable
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement training.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
Knowledge of IATF 16949 and other management systems.
Knowledge of AS9100 Personal Attributes
Hands-on.
Strong communicator.
Results-focused.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME manufacturing environment.
Benefits
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Working hours – Monday – Friday 8-4
Eye care assistance,
Employee assistance program
Auto enrolment pension
Death in Service – up to 3 x annual salary
WeCare benefit
Onsite parking
CRC Recruitment are a leading Midlands based recruitment consultancy covering vacancies across the UK. We have been established since 2003 and have a reputation for high service standards to both candidates and clients. We supply permanent or temporary staff to all areas of business covering a variety of different industry sectors.
