Operations Manager Permanent
Our client is a leading timber processor in the UK & Ireland, renowned for its dynamic growth and innovation in the Green Tech industry. One of their key business units is a bespoke facility in Irvine, equipped with state-of-the-art technology to manufacture timber frame homes and engineer roof trusses for the house-building sector. To support their ambitious growth plans, they are expanding their management team and are seeking an Operations Manager.
Reporting to the Head of Timber Frame, the Operations Manager will ensure that all orders are manufactured and dispatched in a timely manner and that all operational, administrative, H&S, and business controls are adhered to.
Ensure the plant meets its customer quality, service, and safety goals through effective management.
Manage, direct, and lead project teams to develop and implement strategic changes within the plant.
Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with all H&S requirements and procedures.
Establish strong working relationships with all departments to ensure cohesive delivery of budgeted metrics and other key performance indicators.
Ensure that all product manufacturing procedures are fully implemented and adhered to in line with customer and regulatory expectations.
Ensure adequate resources are available for each shift based on the production schedule, controlling overtime spend and other production costs.
Ensure continual compliance with personnel, quality, engineering, and safety policies.
Experience with timber frame and roof truss manufacturing is an advantage but would consider other industries
~5 years’ experience operating at a similar level within a manufacturing facility.
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