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Operations Manager – Manufacturing

Location: New Basford, Nottingham
Salary: £45k  to £50k + Healthcare & Bonus

Vacancy Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, a strong leadership background, and a passion for continuous improvement. This role offers a progression path to Operations Director, with increasing responsibility and strategic involvement as performance and leadership capabilities are demonstrated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Daily Manufacturing Operations: Manage the day-to-day activities of the production floor, ensuring smooth, efficient, and safe operations that meet production targets and quality standards.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma Methodologies: Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve process efficiency and product quality.
• Team Leadership and Development: Supervise, mentor, and motivate production teams to achieve operational goals. Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage budgets, control operational costs, and ensure optimal use of labour, equipment, and materials.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to quality standards and compliance with industry regulations (e.g., ISO). Oversee quality assurance processes and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, HR, and Finance to align manufacturing goals with overall business objectives.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyse production data and KPIs to identify trends, forecast operational needs, and make informed decisions to enhance performance and profitability.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred)
• Demonstrated success in driving process improvements and operational efficiency
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional manufacturing teams
• Solid understanding of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proficiency in manufacturing software and ERP systems
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related field
• Lean Six Sigma certification required
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

To Apply

Look at details above and if this vacancy interests you send your C.V. and a cover letter to recruitment@tennantsuk.com, or use the Button below to launch your email client. Alternately mail your C.V to our postal address shown at the bottom of this page.