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Job Title: Operations Manager

Location: Cinderford, Gloucestershire

Pay Range/details: Competitive 

Contract Type: Permanent We are currently recruiting for an Operations Manager to join a growing engineering business based in Cinderford.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead operational performance across manufacturing, field engineering, warehouse and logistics functions while helping to drive the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities - Operations Manager

Take ownership of day to day operations across workshop manufacturing field engineering warehouse logistics and operational administration
Lead and develop managers and supervisors through clear accountability performance expectations and operational standards
Coordinate labour equipment materials and resources to meet customer requirements and delivery targets
Improve communication and collaboration between operational departments
Drive operational improvements across productivity planning quality and delivery performance
Oversee field engineering activities including scheduling utilisation performance and reporting
Ensure site work materials and outstanding actions are effectively managed through to completion
Identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks waste rework and inefficiencies
Apply Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles to support business growth
Manage warehouse stock control logistics and material availability processes
Improve stock accuracy and drive effective use of ERP MRP and warehouse management systems
Coach and develop managers supervisors and operational teams
Support recruitment workforce planning succession planning and employee development
Monitor operational KPIs including productivity labour utilisation delivery quality and stock performance
Work closely with senior leadership to improve operational efficiency profitability and customer satisfaction
Promote a strong health and safety culture across all operational areas
Ensure compliance with company procedures quality standards and relevant legislation
Support digitalisation automation and system improvements where operational benefits can be achieved
Qualifications & Requirements - Operations Manager

Previous senior operational leadership experience within engineering manufacturing industrial services or a similar environment
Strong people management experience with responsibility for managers and supervisors
Proven track record of improving operational performance and business processes
Practical understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
Experience using ERP MRP or similar operational systems
Strong commercial awareness with experience managing productivity labour utilisation and operational costs
Good understanding of health and safety within engineering or manufacturing environments
Experience leading change and improving team performance within a growing business
Strong communication leadership and problem solving skills
Ability to manage multiple operational functions and priorities simultaneously
What we can offer - Operations Manager

Quarterly profit related bonus scheme
Company pension
24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company mobile phone
Use of company pool vehicle for business use where applicable
Employee Assistance Programme
Company social events and free onsite parking
Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
Opportunity to play a key role within a growing engineering business
Call for action: For more information on this role please contact Charlie Boulton on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to

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