Operations Manager

Operations Manager role based in St Helens. Working for a growing SME Manufacturing Company



Client Details



Our client is a well established and growing SME manufacturing company who are currently recruiting a Operations Manager to run one of their production facilities.



Description



* Managing development, implementation and continual improvement of the operating methods, equipment, systems and other operating infrastructure used to realize operating goals and objectives



* Directing development of production work schedules to meet internal goals and customer expectations; monitoring process and personnel performance of scheduled work activities to remove operating impediments and achieve established operating goals.



* Ensures the compliance of all regulatory guidelines and forges a safe and sound manufacturing environment



* Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to drive performance



* Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback and coaching



* Responsible for translating the company's vision into actionable strategies



* Focus on driving efficiencies & margin enhancement



* Implementing automation solutions



Profile



* Manufacturing Safety: Knowledge of manufacturing safety; ability to identify work-related hazards and perform necessary activities to meet regulatory requirements for the safety and protection of workers, environment and site.



* Budgeting: Ability to apply policies and practices for planning and administering a budget.



* Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques and ability to create and support an environment that meets the quality goals of the organization.



* Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.



* Knowledge of successful performance management techniques; ability to apply performance management system, practices, and tools to developing and improving individual, team, and organizational performance.



* Knowledge and understanding of Lean principles and Six Sigma methodology to continuously improve the business.



* Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies : Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.



* Proven progressive responsibility in manufacturing, including experience in formal manufacturing operations leadership.



* Excellent communicator across all levels of the organization, to direct and motivate people to ensure goals are met.



* Proven experience in a manufacturing or operations management role responsible for a production site



* Desired experience in sustainable manufacturing, embracing technological advancements, and implementing automation solutions



* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills



* Computer literate



Job Offer



£50,000 to £60,000 plus package