Our client, a multisite Yorkshire based fast paced manufacturing business, seek to appoint an Operations Manager to act as the intermediary between the Senior Management team and the board. The appointed Operations Manager will have overall responsibility for production, design, quality, health and safety, engineering and supply chain activities for a team of over 100. On offer is a great salary and benefits package with a clear progression path onto the board of a leading manufacturing business.

Operations Manager - Role and Responsibilities - Lean / Business Improvement / Sigma / Manufacturing

Deliver on the operational KPIs for the site whilst simultaneously further developing a culture of continuous improvement
Lead senior colleagues in manufacturing and engineering to contribute effectively to the growth strategy of the business
Deliver on long term strategic vision of the company and implement cultural change
Flexible attitude on a day to day basis. Firm and persistant when expressing views but a good listener comfortable changing course if given compelling reasons

Operations Director - Skills and Abilities - Lean / Business Improvement / Sigma / Manufacturing

Of degree calibre with well evidenced leadership and coaching abilities
Formal Lean and Continuous Improvement training. Track record of lean implementation and development of a culture of continuous improvement
Prior experience working for a manufacturer in a senior management post
Gravitas to lead a large team. Comfortable from shop floor to board room
Relationship builder able to increase co-operation across departments

Operations Manager, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, P&L, Manufacturing, Lean, Business Improvement, Sigma