At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operations at a cutting-edge chemical manufacturing facility and drive innovation.
- Company: Dynamic start-up focused on scaling innovative technologies in chemical manufacturing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and long-term career development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with autonomy to influence operational culture.
- Why this job: Shape the future of chemical manufacturing while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Experience in chemical manufacturing and strong leadership skills required.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to lead a newly commissioned chemical manufacturing facility focused on scaling innovative technologies from demonstration to commercial deployment. This site plays a critical role in validating process performance, supporting future plant design and operation, and delivering product samples to customers. As Operations Manager, you will take ownership of day-to-day site operations and have the autonomy to shape the operational culture, embedding the highest standards of safety, quality, compliance and continuous improvement. Working within a dynamic and collaborative environment, you will lead a team of operations and technical personnel while partnering closely with engineering, commercial, quality and technical specialists across the wider organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead by example, promoting and maintaining the highest standards of safety, sustainability and operational excellence.
- Manage the day-to-day operation of the facility, including production planning, raw material utilisation, utility consumption and waste treatment.
- Develop, coach and support operational teams to ensure production and customer requirements are achieved safely and efficiently.
- Create and implement resource and production plans to meet customer demand and process development objectives.
- Collaborate with Quality and Commercial teams to ensure products are delivered on time and to specification.
- Develop and improve operational procedures, standards and work processes to support safe and efficient manufacturing.
- Build strong working relationships with operations, engineering, technical and EHS teams.
- Support the introduction, commissioning and optimisation of new processes and technologies.
- Establish training programmes and competency frameworks for operators and technical staff.
- Develop deep operational knowledge to support future site expansion and commercial-scale deployment.
About You
You will be a hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence, capable of thriving in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience managing operations within an industrial chemical manufacturing environment.
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a related discipline.
- Strong understanding of industrial chemical processing technology, plant operations and control systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams while driving high performance and operational standards.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Structured, analytical and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic and rapidly growing organisation.
Desirable Experience
- Experience supporting chemical plant commissioning and scale-up activities.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies and root cause analysis techniques.
- Experience working within pilot, demonstration or emerging technology environments.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to play a key role in the development and scale-up of innovative chemical manufacturing technologies.
- High level of autonomy and influence within a growing operation.
- Collaborative, hands-on working environment with strong technical support.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Long-term career development opportunities as the organisation expands.
Operations Manager (Start-up) in Glossop employer: Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd
Join a pioneering start-up in the chemical manufacturing sector, where you will have the unique opportunity to lead operations at a cutting-edge facility dedicated to innovative technologies. Our dynamic and collaborative work culture fosters autonomy and encourages professional growth, allowing you to shape operational excellence while ensuring safety and sustainability. With competitive compensation and a commitment to long-term career development, this role offers a rewarding path for those passionate about making a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry.
Contact Details:
Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
