Operations Director

Operations Director£100k to £115k pa, plus bonus, car allowance and benefitsCrewe, North WestOur client is a market-leading manufacturer with a long-established reputation for quality, innovation and customer excellence. Following its recent acquisition by one of the UK's leading pharmaceutical packaging groups, the business is entering an exciting phase of investment, growth and operational transformation.To support this next stage of development, we are seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead a key manufacturing site and play a central role in integrating the business within the wider Group.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will have full responsibility for manufacturing, engineering, warehousing and logistics, driving performance improvements while building a culture of operational excellence, accountability and continuous improvement.This is a rare opportunity to shape the future direction of a successful business, influence Group strategy and lead a significant transformation programme.The OpportunityYou will:Lead all site operations across manufacturing, engineering, warehousing and logistics.Drive improvements in productivity, OEE, OTIF, Right First Time, waste reduction and asset utilisation.Embed Lean and continuous improvement methodologies across the operation.Develop and execute the site's operational strategy in line with Group objectives.Lead the integration of the business into the wider Group, sharing best practice and building a high-performing culture.Ensure the highest standards of quality, compliance, health & safety and customer service.Coach, develop and inspire operational teams to deliver sustainable performance improvements.Deliver measurable financial and operational results through improved systems, processes and ways of working.About YouWe are interested in speaking with experienced Operations Directors, Manufacturing Directors, Site Directors, Plant Managers and Heads of Operations who have led complex manufacturing operations and successfully delivered operational change.You will bring:A strong track record of leadership gained within a best-in-class manufacturing/operational environment and possibly within a highly regulated industry.Medium to high volume experience and understanding of the demands of running a complex manufacturing facility in a highly customer-centric environment and the ability to identify opportunities and know how to turn them in a commercial realty.Experience driving operational improvement and cultural change.Knowledge of Lean, Continuous Improvement and performance management techniques.Commercial awareness and the ability to translate operational improvements into business results.Exceptional people leadership skills and experience building high-performing teams.The credibility and resilience to lead during a period of growth, investment and transformation.Experience may have been gained in sectors such as:Packaging, labels, FMCG, food & beverage, pharmaceutical manufacturing, life sciences, medical devices, personal care or other quality-driven manufacturing environments.How to Apply / More InformationPlease send your CV, quoting reference 15/375, to [email protected] a confidential discussion about the opportunity, including the scope of the role, business plans and future development opportunities, please contact us directly via the email listed above to arrange a telephone conversation.We welcome conversations with experienced operational leaders who may not meet every requirement listed but can demonstrate a strong track record of manufacturing leadership and operational improvement.