Head of Operations

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

o Provide clear day to day direction for the site aligning to the annual plan and 5 year strategy.

o Develop and implement manufacturing strategies aligned with company objectives including overseeing CAPEX investment.

o Develop a culture on site of "can-do" attitude and profitable growth.

o Drive operational excellence and cost optimisation initiatives.

o Oversee production, operational planning, scheduling, engineering and resource allocation.

o Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards including maintaining all professional memberships

o Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions and recovery plans where there are gaps.

o Prepare with the Finance department and manage local budgets for all factory operations.

o Analyse financial reports and ensure profitability targets are met.

o Manage and deliver the monthly P & L to ensure budgets are met.

o Lead, mentor, and develop department managers and staff.

o Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

o Develop next line management and have in place a robust training and development plan including succession planning.

o Collaborate and lead the procurement function to ensure timely availability of raw materials.

o Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate favourable terms.

o Share best practice across the Modular Accommodation business

o Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

o Drive automation and technology adoption to enhance productivity.

o 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 at track record in a senior leadership roleJob Offer

£70,000 to £80,000 plus car allowance, bonus and benefits
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed