At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire teams to drive operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company that values leadership and innovation.
- Benefits: Excellent salary, bonus scheme, pension, holiday entitlement, and career progression.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth in a supportive and engaging workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by creating a high-performing culture and driving continuous improvement.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience in manufacturing and strong health & safety knowledge.
Are you the kind of Head of Operations who rolls up your sleeves, leads from the front and gets people firing on all cylinders?
Location: To be confirmed
Pay: Excellent salary + package (DOE)
Benefits:
- Bonus scheme
- Pension
- Holiday entitlement
- Career progression
- Additional benefits available upon request
Must Haves:
- Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong Health & Safety knowledge
- Experience leading management teams
- Passion for driving performance and continuous improvement
Hours: Full Time (Day shift operation)
We’re looking for an exceptional Head of Operations who brings more than just manufacturing experience... we’re looking for personality. This Head of Operations role is perfect for someone who thrives on leading people, creating accountability and building a high-performing culture where everyone understands the goal and wants to achieve it. You’ll be the driving force behind the operation, ensuring the factory runs safely, efficiently and profitably while helping the shop floor team maximise their bonus potential.
If you’re a natural leader who isn’t afraid to challenge the norm, inspire others and make things happen, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, coach and develop the site management team
- Drive operational performance across production, quality and efficiency
- Create a positive, accountable culture where people enjoy coming to work
- Ensure Health & Safety is always the number one priority
- Improve productivity, reduce waste and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitor KPIs and implement changes that deliver real results
- Support production planning and ensure customer expectations are consistently achieved
- Develop teams, improve engagement and help employees reach bonus targets through strong operational performance
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Significant experience as a Head of Operations or senior manufacturing leader
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Experience improving factory performance and operational efficiency
- Excellent communication and decision-making abilities
- Commercial awareness with a continuous improvement mindset
Desirable:
- Lean Manufacturing qualification
- IOSH or NEBOSH
- Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or Operations
If you’re an experienced Head of Operations looking for a role where your leadership genuinely makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
10 Recruitment are delighted to be working on this vacancy for our client. However, we are looking to shortlist immediately, so please apply today to avoid missing this opportunity.
Head of Operations employer: 10 Recruitment Ltd
10 Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises craftsmanship and employee satisfaction. With modern facilities and the unique benefit of early finishes every Friday, employees can enjoy a balanced work-life while pursuing long-term career growth in a stable environment. Join us in Little Bradley, where your skills will be valued and nurtured.
