Operations Director

Posted 24 October 2023
Salary £90000 - £100000 per annum + Car Allowance + 20% Bonus
LocationFalkirk
Job type Permanent
Discipline EngineeringManufacturing
ReferenceBBBH17947_1698166000

Job description

Do you have a proven track record in Operational & General Management within Manufacturing?
Do you have a strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, overhead management and operating cash flow?
Proficient in Lean Manufacturing techniques?

Our client is a leading global manufacturer that can boast success as being the largest producer in their field, and due to continuous growth and internal promotions we have a promising new opportunity to become an Operations Director covering 2 nearby sites in the heart of Scotland.

As the Operations Director you will be responsible for:

  • Leading successful multi-functional teams to achieve business results through Quality, Cost and Delivery covering 2 x sites.
  • Financial, budgetary and cost control management.
  • Management, mentoring and development of 8 x direct reports, and overseeing further indirect teams.
  • Developing a culture of continuous improvement and empowerment.
  • Maximising resource utilisation.
  • Development of effective processes and enhancing the lean manufacturing principles to all areas.

Skills and Experience:

  • Proven experience of Operational & General Management for a large Manufacturing business.
  • Degree qualified in relevant manufacturing, engineering or business discipline.
  • Experience of financial / budget control
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
  • Experience of working in a heavily unionised environment

Permanent: £90k - £100k salary + £7800 car allowance + 20% bonus + Benefits.
Location: Falkirk (covering 2 sites close by)
Hours: Full time - 37 hours per week - Mon-Fri (half day Fri).
Benefits:
private medical + family cover
pension 8%
35 days holidays inc BH (increasing to 40 days after 1 year)

APPLY NOW! Feel free to contact Jacob on 0161 839 5353