Operations Manager in Wolverhampton
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Job Description
Operations Manager (Factory Manager) — FMCG Food Manufacturing
Location: Wolverhampton | Salary: Up to £75,000
Working Pattern: Tue–Fri 1:30pm–10:30pm; Sat 8:00am–6:00pm
Reporting to: General Manager
We’re partnering with a leading FMCG food manufacturer to appoint an experienced Operations Manager to drive operational excellence across a large, complex manufacturing site.
The Role
As Operations Manager, you’ll lead end-to-end site performance across Operations, Quality, Distribution, Planning, Safety & Wellbeing, Customer Service, and Business Process Management.
You will:
Deliver production, financial, safety, and quality objectives while ensuring full legal compliance
Drive operational efficiency, continuous improvement, and best-practice processes
Lead a large, multi-functional workforce
Translate business strategy into clear operational plans and allocate resources to achieve targets
Collaborate with Senior Leadership to deliver business outcomes
Foster a high-performance, engaged, and collaborative culture
Key Responsibilities
Own labour costs, yield, waste reduction, line performance, and stock management
Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and GMP compliance
Support recruitment, development, and retention strategies with HR and L&D
Ensure customer orders are delivered in full and to required standards
Provide coaching and leadership development across the site
Success Measures
Achievement of financial and operational KPIs
Improved efficiency and delivery of continuous improvement initiatives
Strong employee engagement and safety culture
Reliable customer service and operational performance
Candidate Profile
5+ years’ senior operational leadership experience within FMCG food manufacturing
Proven record of driving performance improvements in complex environments
Strong data-driven decision-making and stakeholder management skills
Inspiring, visible leader with a focus on developing high-performing teams
Commercially aware, collaborative, and results-driven
Ready to take the next step in your FMCG career and lead a dynamic manufacturing site? Apply now!
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- Location:
- Wolverhampton
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Manager, Operations Manager, Management, Operations