Operations Manager
Recruiter: Consilium Recruit
Location: Coventry
Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 + benefits
Application date: 8th Dec 2022
Due to the award of a new project, a leading manufacturer of complex assemblies has an urgent vacancy for an Interim Operations Manager to join the company on a 6 month assignment. With proven leadership skills, you will have previous experience working in highly regulated fast paced manufacturing / engineering environment and be committed to driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency,
The Role
Manage, coach and develop the manufacturing team
Be accountable for production, financial performance and on time delivery
Ensure the target productivity level is achieved
Identify talent and develop team
Drive process improvements and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Identify and deploy the technical skill sets, resource levels and systems to deliver projects
Consistently promote high standards by leading by example
Identify and complete training and development needs to achieve greater flexibility and improve the skill base.
Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice manufacturing vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures
Identify business improvement opportunities within the organisation.
Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance
The Candidate
Experience working in a highly regulated and fast-paced complex manufacturing environment
Degree educated or equivalent qualification (preferred, not essential)
A good understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Lean Methodology.
Excellent management qualities and lead by example ethos.
A high level of professionalism and integrity.
Excellent communication skills written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation.
Hands on problem solver.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.