Operations Director
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
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Wiltshire
South West EnglandUnited Kingdom
- Salary
- 70000.00 - 100000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 20 Nov 2020
- Closes
- 18 Dec 2020
- Job Title
- Associate Director
- Category
- Professional Services
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Global manufacturer are looking for an Operations Director to lead a site transformation project. The project will look at culture, processes, equipment , resources and interactions between stakeholders and the wider business.
Client Details
Long standing manufacturer based in Wiltshire. A semi complex manufacturing process which produces a wide range of well known brands and labels. The company are currently going through a state of flux and need a strong leader to help them reach their potential.
Description
The role of the Operations Director is to assess the current state of the manufacturing facility including people , processes , challenges and opportunities. After an initial hands on approach to gain a full appreciation of the current situation you will then begin implementing your own ideas and strategy for short , medium and long term improvements to deliver sustained success.
The Operations Director will need to be a driving force and a strong representation of the production facility in wider business discussions.
You will generate an improved culture, improving staff morale and engagement through strong leadership, coaching and development.
Introduce a culture of continuous improvement , new manufacturing techniques and process improvements
Assess where there is opportunity to invest in capital equipment and remove manual labour costs.
improve communication with the wider business functions
Improve raw materials stock control and management
improve process flow
Deliver on the corporate objectives. – Safety, Quality, Service, Delivery, Cost, People
Control and report on any variance of defined costs in line with an agreed budget
Lead cost reduction and waste elimination initiatives in the operations process.
Profile
The Operations Director will require:
5 years experience in a senior manufacturing position , preferably within an FMCG or Automotive environment
Strong people management skills
Strong understanding of manufacturing improvement techniques
Ideally 6 Sigma Black belt
Ideally a degree in Engineering or other manufacturing related qualification
Ideally qualification in people management
Proven track record of manufacturing performance improvements
Ability to coach and develop skills within your teams
Ability to improve relationships with stakeholders
Commercial acumen and excellent customer service skills.
Determined and assured approach to business change.
Job Offer
Competitive salary and a very clear career path for a successful candidate to quickly move into VP of Operations position
Client Details
Long standing manufacturer based in Wiltshire. A semi complex manufacturing process which produces a wide range of well known brands and labels. The company are currently going through a state of flux and need a strong leader to help them reach their potential.
Description
The role of the Operations Director is to assess the current state of the manufacturing facility including people , processes , challenges and opportunities. After an initial hands on approach to gain a full appreciation of the current situation you will then begin implementing your own ideas and strategy for short , medium and long term improvements to deliver sustained success.
The Operations Director will need to be a driving force and a strong representation of the production facility in wider business discussions.
You will generate an improved culture, improving staff morale and engagement through strong leadership, coaching and development.
Introduce a culture of continuous improvement , new manufacturing techniques and process improvements
Assess where there is opportunity to invest in capital equipment and remove manual labour costs.
improve communication with the wider business functions
Improve raw materials stock control and management
improve process flow
Deliver on the corporate objectives. – Safety, Quality, Service, Delivery, Cost, People
Control and report on any variance of defined costs in line with an agreed budget
Lead cost reduction and waste elimination initiatives in the operations process.
Profile
The Operations Director will require:
5 years experience in a senior manufacturing position , preferably within an FMCG or Automotive environment
Strong people management skills
Strong understanding of manufacturing improvement techniques
Ideally 6 Sigma Black belt
Ideally a degree in Engineering or other manufacturing related qualification
Ideally qualification in people management
Proven track record of manufacturing performance improvements
Ability to coach and develop skills within your teams
Ability to improve relationships with stakeholders
Commercial acumen and excellent customer service skills.
Determined and assured approach to business change.
Job Offer
Competitive salary and a very clear career path for a successful candidate to quickly move into VP of Operations position