Futures are supporting a long standing client in their pursuit of an experienced Head of Operations to lead them through their current and future challenges. We are looking for a hands on Head of Operations who enjoys a practical 'get stuck in' sort of role. You will be leading from the front in a challenging position with the aim of making improvements across the operational side of the business. The role will involve a high level of engagement with staff and stakeholders and needs an individual with experience of changing hearts and minds and rolling out practical manufacturing philosophy with a good vision for what the business should look like and how it should operate for the future. If you thrive in a challenging turn around project environment this could be the one for you!
Head of Operations – Duties and Responsibilities – Manufacturing, Production, Engineering
– Lead, motivate and develop the teams within production to ensure they operate effectively and efficiently and that individuals achieve their potential.
– Be accountable for all aspects of the site's production performance, ensuring all products are manufactured to right first–time standards and meet customer demand.
– Proactively collaborate with the supply chain team to support the on boarding of new suppliers and developing new partnerships.
– Monitor performance through KPIs and assist in setting financial and budget targets. Provide guidance and leadership if performance needs to be corrected.
– Lead all teams to deliver the strategic plan and business goals, creating a professional and positive working environment and culture.
– Be responsible for ensuring that the business meets all of its statutory regulatory responsibility. Taking immediate action if an area is identified with a possible non–conformance issue.
– Take a lead on product quality improvement, implementing standards which comply with the standards in place and reducing returns as a percentage of products sold.
– Drive cost improvements across of operations teams, instilling an efficient mind set and approach.
– Monitor and approve capital spend when required.
Head of Operations – Skills and Abilities – Manufacturing, Production, Engineering
– Self–driven and results orientated. Meets and exceeds targets.
– Committed and dedicated as well as being adaptable and flexible.
– Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
– Good understanding of the Manufacturing.
– Excellent communication skills, using the correct medium for both message and audience, at all levels in the business.
– Proven track record at senior level in a growing and changing SME business environment.
Head of Operations, Operations Manager, General Manager, Manufacturing, Production, Engineering
If this could suit you, please do apply now!