
Operations Manager
- Southend-on-Sea, Essex
- £70,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring smooth production processes.
- Implement strategies to boost productivity, minimise downtime, and reduce production costs.
- Set and manage operational budgets effectively.
- Monitor stock levels to meet production demands seamlessly.
- Establish and enforce quality control standards to meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Maintain best health and safety practises in compliance with the Company's Health and Safety Policy.
- Provide strong leadership and mentorship, fostering a positive work environment.
- Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and support employee development.
- Identify opportunities for growth, expansion, and process improvements.
- Collaborate on procurement to enhance supplier and vendor relationships.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and efficiency.
- Minimum five years of experience in planning and managing complex manufacturing operations.
- In-depth knowledge of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and related regulations.
- NEBOSH or IOSH qualification preferred.
- Strong understanding of environmental health and safety in manufacturing.
- Experience in BRC-led companies and familiarity with ISO 9001 QMS.
- Hands-on approach with energy and enthusiasm.
- Highly numerate and analytical with excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional team-building and management capabilities.
- Effective time management and organisational skills.