Head of Operations
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.
Location: West Yorkshire | Salary: £52000 - £60000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 03/08/2026
HEAD OF OPERATIONS employer: 10 Recruitment
Join a dynamic team in Ossett where your mechanical expertise will be valued and nurtured. With a stable weekday schedule, early finishes on Fridays, and a collaborative work culture, we prioritise employee well-being and growth. Our commitment to hands-on training and support ensures that you can tackle diverse challenges while advancing your skills in a rewarding environment.
