Operations Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be retained on behalf of IPL Global to support the recruitment of the Operations Manager vacancy in Hull.

IPL Global is a world leader in sustainable packaging solutions, manufacturing innovative products for the food, consumer, agricultural, logistics, and environmental markets. With over 2,500 colleagues across North America, Europe, and the UK, IPL is committed to driving eco-friendly packaging solutions.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Operations Manager to join the senior management team at IPL’s state-of-the-art Hull site, which is projected to achieve a c£50 million turnover next year.

The Role

As Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence across production, maintenance, and engineering functions within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Therefore a background in engineering is essential.

Reporting directly to the Plant Director, you will drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while leading and developing a high-performing team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring a multifunctional team (4 direct reports and broader indirect reports).
• Driving a safety-first culture and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitoring sales forecasts to optimise production and process operations.
• Developing and delivering on key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational success.
• Leading change initiatives, driving cost-saving improvements, and enhancing processes.
• Collaborating with stakeholders across the business to achieve strategic goals.

About You

We are looking for a dynamic and results-focused leader with operational management experience in manufacturing. You will have a proven track record in process improvements, budget management, and leading successful change initiatives.

Key skills and experience:

• Previous experience or background in engineering is essential to the Operations Manager role.
• Proven leadership experience within an operations leadership role in manufacturing environment, leading teams in excess of 80 colleagues.
• Experience of leading production, engineering and maintenance is essential.
• Financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, and CAPEX experience.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and MRP/ERP systems (advantageous).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in plastics, packaging or high-volume machining type environments is highly desirable.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Operations Management (preferred).

What’s in it for You?

• A competitive salary of up to £80,000 (depending on experience).
• Car allowance and a generous discretionary bonus scheme.
• Employer pension contributions of 7% and life assurance (4x salary).
• Access to a healthcare cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Complimentary breakfast items and fresh fruit on-site.
• Family-friendly events and social engagement opportunities.

Apply now or for a confidential discussion about this Operations Manager, please contact Jonny Powell.