At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead operations, shape strategy, and drive growth in a manufacturing environment.
- Company: Dynamic manufacturing company focused on performance and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership development, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: High-impact role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join us to influence direction and deliver meaningful results at scale.
- Qualifications: Proven operational leader with experience in manufacturing and strategic decision-making.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Are you a proven operational leader ready to take full ownership of performance, shape strategy, and drive sustainable growth? Do you bring the vision and leadership to align teams, optimise complex operations, and deliver at scale within a manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Head of Operations to provide strategic and operational leadership across our site. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role carries full accountability for end-to-end operational performance, spanning manufacturing, process efficiency, quality, maintenance, and supply chain. This is a pivotal leadership position where you will influence direction, strengthen capability, and ensure the business is positioned to deliver consistently at the highest level.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and integrate multiple operational functions into a cohesive, high-performing organisation
- Translate business strategy into clear operational priorities, plans, and measurable outcomes
- Drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement
- Build and lead a strong leadership team, developing capability and accountability at all levels
- Ensure operational excellence, governance, and customer delivery through disciplined execution
About You
You are an experienced and credible senior leader who:
- Has a strong track record in leading operations within a manufacturing environment
- Brings experience of managing multi-disciplinary functions and delivering business-critical results
- Is commercially aware, data-driven, and confident in making strategic decisions
- Leads with clarity and purpose, influencing stakeholders and building alignment
- Combines strategic thinking with a hands-on, delivery-focused approach
Why Join Us
This is an opportunity to take on a high-impact leadership role within a business that values performance, innovation and continuous improvement. You will play a central role in shaping how we operate, strengthening leadership capability, and delivering meaningful, long-term results.
Head of Operations employer: Rubberatkins
Rubberatkins is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Aberdeen where innovation meets collaboration. As a Workshop Testing Technician, you will benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises employee growth, with opportunities for continuous learning and development. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances, a pension scheme, and wellness initiatives, all while contributing to cutting-edge elastomer solutions in a hands-on role that makes a real impact.
