At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operations, improve productivity, and develop capable teams in a manufacturing environment.
- Company: Specialist manufacturer with a focus on innovation and operational excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership role, and the chance to shape the future of operations.
- Other info: Join a dynamic senior leadership team and report directly to the MD.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving improvements and influencing business direction.
- Qualifications: Strong manufacturing leadership experience and a degree in a related field.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Head of Operations – Manufacturing
Five managers. A broad manufacturing remit. Your next leadership challenge.
Can you improve today’s output while building a stronger operation for tomorrow?
We’re partnering with a specialist manufacturer to recruit a Head of Operations into a newly created position, reporting directly to the Managing Director.
You’ll join the senior leadership team and take responsibility across production, production planning, procurement and logistics, leading five functional managers.
- Where you’ll make an impact
- Turn customer demand into achievable production plans and reliable delivery.
- Improve productivity, throughput, quality and cost performance.
- Develop managers who take ownership and build capable teams.
- Drive practical improvements across processes, materials and workflow.
- Manage operational budgets and contribute to capital investment planning.
- Keep safety, quality and shop-floor leadership at the centre of the operation.
- Who we’re looking for
You could already be a Head of Operations, Head of Manufacturing or Operations Manager. What matters is the scope you have led and the improvements you can demonstrate.
You’ll bring strong manufacturing leadership experience, a track record across production and planning, budget responsibility and the ability to turn Lean principles into sustained results.
A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management or a related discipline is preferred.
Why this move?
A new position. Direct reporting to the MD. Responsibility across the operation.
It’s an opportunity to influence business direction while staying close to the teams and processes that deliver it.
Head of Operations in Guildford employer: Green Folk
As a leading advanced manufacturing organisation based in Exeter, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and operational excellence. Our employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive growth opportunities, and the chance to lead transformative projects that shape the future of energy generation. Join us to be part of a collaborative team where your expertise will drive significant advancements in manufacturing capabilities and automation.
