Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Run site operations across safety, quality, supply chain, and production
• Drive efficiency, productivity, and output across manufacturing processes
• Manage budgets and keep spend within agreed limits
• Plan and adjust production schedules around changing demand
• Lead, hire, and develop your management team
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, and internal policies
• Roll out and embed Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor performance metrics and take action where needed (not just report on them)
• Work cross-functionally to align operations with business objectives
• Lead on employee engagement, performance, and development
• Support ISO management reviews and maintain audit readiness

Qualifications

• Solid experience leading in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• At least 3 years managing teams and 5+ years in manufacturing overall
• A track record of improving operations—not just maintaining them
• A strong understanding of safety, quality, and operational standards
• Experience working in fast-paced environments where priorities shift
• Confidence communicating with everyone from shop floor to senior leadership
• A practical, hands-on leadership style—you lead from the front
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills (you’ll need both daily)
• Comfortable working with data, reports, and performance metrics
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)

Nice to Have

• An Engineering degree (mechanical, chemical, industrial, etc.)
• Lean manufacturing or Operational Excellence experience
• Experience in highly regulated environments (ITAR, EAR, NRC)