Operations Manager

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A well-established, fast-growing manufacturer is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead high-speed, high-volume production across a diverse product portfolio. Operating in a dynamic, multi-customer environment, this role is ideal for a creative, forward-thinking leader who can drive both people and process, balancing operational discipline with continuous improvement and innovation.

Client Details

My client is a highly successful manufacturing organisation producing a wide range of products for multiple customers. Operating at high speed and high volume, the business is known for its operational capability, strong customer focus, and commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Variety, pace, and adaptability are core to how the operation runs day to day.

Description

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations across multiple product lines and customer requirements.

Drive safe, efficient, and high-quality production in a high-speed, high-volume environment.

Develop, coach, and inspire operational teams to deliver consistent performance and engagement.

Manage complexity arising from frequent changeovers, varied product specifications, and customer demands.

Champion continuous improvement initiatives across people, process, and performance.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Use operational data and KPIs to drive decision-making and performance improvement.

Collaborate with engineering, quality, planning, and senior leadership to optimise operational outcomes

Profile

Ideal Candidate

Proven experience leading operations within high-speed, high-volume manufacturing.

Strong people leadership capability with a track record of building high-performing teams.

Experience managing multi-product, multi-customer manufacturing environments.

Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and operational efficiency.

Confident, visible leader able to engage teams and stakeholders at all levels.

Job Offer

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary aligned with experience and responsibility.

Pension and comprehensive benefits package.

Career development opportunities within a growing manufacturing business
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Location:
Cardiff
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Medical/Pharmaceutical/Scientific

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