Operational Resilience Lead Manager

Role Title: Operations Leader Location: UK, Ashton-Under-Lyne

We are looking for an experienced Operations Leader to join our team in Ashton.
The Operations Leader is responsible for ensuring that Safety, Quality, Service, Cost and People expectations are met whilst continually striving for Operational Excellence. You will collaborate with other functions such as EHS, Quality, R&D, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering and HR. The Operations Leader will report to the Operations Director and will be a member of the UK Industrials Leadership Team.

Ensure a safe work environment and culture for Mativ employees and visitors whilst enforcing policies and procedures.
Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.
Setting and delivering of financial and non-financial budget & forecasts.
Monitor and analyse production costs, identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost reduction initiatives without compromising on safety or quality.
Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess and improve manufacturing performance.
Regularly report on plant performance to senior leadership, identifying areas of success and areas requiring attention.
Drive cultural transformation ensuring that all employees understand Mativ Values and they are effectively applied to achieve results.
Work closely with Human Resources to support training, career development succession planning and employee relations.

Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and cost optimisation.
Proficient in using manufacturing software, ERP/MRP systems (SAP), and data analysis tools.
Pension – Company matched up to 7%
~3 x Salary Life Assurance
~ Mativ Extras – Retailer discount site
~ Lifeworks EAP
~ Cycle to Work Scheme
~ Electric Car Scheme
~ Option to purchase additional annual leave

We help customers solve complex problems and bring bold ideas to life with scientific and engineering know-how, creative and collaborative solutions, and manufacturing excellence, all on a global scale and across broad capabilities.

We share your aspirations to make air safer, water cleaner and the earth greener with stronger and safer products and solutions. We’re uniquely positioned to meet your rapidly evolving needs with manufacturing capabilities across four continents.