Operations Manager - Manufacturing
Edinburgh
1 year FTC initially
Nine Twenty Engineering & Manufacturing are proudly supporting a leading Manufacturing client in the recruitment of an Operations Manager for their Edinburgh production facility. This role offers the opportunity to take charge of day-to-day operations, working closely with production teams and the Factory General Manager to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe manufacturing processes.
If you're an experienced leader looking for a role where you can drive operational excellence and contribute to a growing business, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Operations: Collaborate with senior management to develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with site goals and objectives.
- Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency, cost reduction, and productivity using Lean Manufacturing techniques.
- Project Management: Act as a key point of contact for all site-wide projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with business objectives.
- Leadership: Provide strong leadership to the operations team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Team Development: Coach, mentor, and develop the team to enhance their skills and performance, contributing to a motivated and high-performing workforce.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to health and safety regulations, implementing best practices, and creating a culture of safety awareness.
- Budget Management: Oversee the operational budget, tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Ideal Candidate Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering or food science; a master's degree is desirable.
- Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in the FMCG sector.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and support cross-functional teams.
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or above).
- Knowledge of production systems and project management experience.
- Strong technical skills, with the ability to manage both people and processes efficiently.
Apply now or contact:
Caroline Strachan
cstrachan@weareninetwenty.com
07825 450 978