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Operations Manager

Location: Liverpool (Knowsley)
Salary: £45,000-£55,000 & Monthly Profit-Based Bonus
Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday

About Us
We’re a key player in the precision metal manufacturing and engineering world, celebrated for our commitment to quality, efficiency, and innovation. As we continue to grow, we're on the lookout for a seasoned Operations Manager to lead our Liverpool team. This role is an opportunity to step in, refine processes, and set a high standard across our operations. You’ll be crucial in creating a culture of continuous improvement in a business with a long history and a forward-thinking approach.

The Role
This is your chance to make a real impact. As Operations Manager, you’ll oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety are always at the forefront. You’ll be empowered to drive productivity, manage costs, and implement meaningful improvements. The role demands both a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to support and lead our talented team toward hitting key targets.

What You’ll Do:

1.

Operational Excellence:

Drive productivity and reduce costs through streamlined processes & Implement and monitor KPIs to optimise operational performance.

2.

Quality Management:

Work with the Quality Manager to uphold strict quality standards & ensure adherence to quality assurance protocols.

3.

Production Planning:

Develop and roll out effective production plans to meet demand & tackle bottlenecks and work closely with the production team.

4.

Leadership:

Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing operations team & foster a collaborative, results-driven culture.

5.

Health & Safety Compliance:

Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations & conduct regular safety audits and training to ensure a secure working environment.

6.

Supplier & Inventory Management:

Manage supplier relationships and optimise inventory with purchasing & reduce lead times and ensure supply consistency.

7.

Continuous Improvement:

Identify improvement opportunities and implement lean manufacturing principles & collaborate across functions to drive innovation and efficiency.

8.

Reporting:

Lead weekly KPI sessions across departments & present bi-weekly operational updates to directors.

Who You Are

* Degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.

* Proven track record in operations management within the metal manufacturing or engineering sector.

* Strong leadership abilities with a strategic mindset.

* Knowledge of manufacturing best practices.

* Analytical, organised, and a problem solver.

* Familiar with health and safety standards.

What’s in It for You?

* Growth Opportunities: Pathways to develop and progress within the company.

* Supportive Company Culture: Work within a team that values collaboration and innovation.

* Role Ownership: An opportunity to make this role your own and put your stamp on the business.

* Time Off: 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with Christmas shutdown).

* Pension: Company pension with People’s Pension.

* Company Phone: Provided after successful probation.

If you’re ready to lead, optimise, and make a lasting impact in a dynamic, high-performing environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of our journey