Operations Manager

Operations Manager

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• Chesterfield
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• £60,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
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A leading industrial manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join its Chesterfield site. This is a critical leadership role for a strategic, forward-thinking operator who can drive efficiencies and optimise performance. Experience working within a manufacturing and/or hazardous environment (e.g. heavy industry, chemicals, engineering, etc.) is required for this position. Applicants without this experience will not be shortlisted.

The client has noted that a willingess to support with night shifts and occasional weekend work is required - not often but a willingess to support with this is essential. The Role: Reporting into the General Manager, you will take ownership of the site's operational performance, focusing on strategic improvement, efficiency gains, and team development. Key Responsibilities:Strategic & Operational Improvement

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• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and throughput
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• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, driving continuous improvement across all processes
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• Analyse performance data and introduce initiatives to reduce cycle times and improve output
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• Optimise production processes and ensure best-in-class operational standards
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Leadership & Team Development

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• Create a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
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• Get the best out of your team by coaching, mentoring, and driving performance standards
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• Work collaboratively with Production and Supervisory teams to raise overall capability
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• Identify and develop future talent, supporting succession planning across the site
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Performance & Commercial Focus

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• Set, track, and improve KPIs including throughput, utilisation, downtime, and quality
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• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across energy, materials, and processes
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• Ensure operational performance supports overall profitability targets
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• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
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Health, Safety & Compliance

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• Promote and lead a strong safety-first culture across the site
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• Ensure all operations meet Health & Safety and environmental standards
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• Conduct regular audits and proactively address risks and behaviours
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• Work closely with H&S teams to maintain training, compliance, and reporting standards
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About You

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• Proven experience in an operations or production leadership role
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• A strategic thinker with a track record of improving efficiencies and driving change
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• Strong leadership capability with the ability to engage, develop, and maximise team performance
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• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 6S, Kaizen, etc.)
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• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions
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Desirable:

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• IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
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• Background in heavy industry or process-driven manufacturing
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What's on Offer

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• Salary up to £65,000 (DOE)
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• Bonus up to 9%
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• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
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• Share Save Scheme
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• Employee Assistance Programme
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• On-site Mental Health First Aid support
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• Death in Service (3x salary)
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• Discounts & savings platform
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