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Engineering Operations Manager - Leicester
Salary: 55,000 - 65,000
Bonus: Up to 10%
Pension Scheme: 7% contribution
BUPA: Family coverage available
Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
Location: Fully onsite, 5 days a week in Leicester
KO2's client, a leading engineering business specializing in complex automation systems, is seeking an experienced Engineering Operations Manager to join their team. This business, part of a large group of companies with a global presence, offers a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and diverse team in a small company environment, with the backing of a corporate powerhouse.
As the Engineering Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a production staff of 17, as well as managing purchasing, logistics, customer service, and quality teams. You will be deeply involved in operational finance reviews, working alongside the finance teams, and driving key performance indicators (KPIs) and continuous improvements across the business.
Your role will include managing 5 direct reports and a wider team of 23, ensuring production is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and health and safety standards. You'll be expected to oversee all operational aspects of the business, ensuring effective resource management and smooth production processes, with the flexibility to "roll your sleeves up" when needed to get the job done - whether that means troubleshooting equipment or packing orders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage production and operational teams, ensuring efficient production schedules and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with the finance team on operational costs, budgeting, and achieving financial targets.
- Ensure production is delivered in a quality, health, and safety compliant manner.
- Work alongside global teams, including finance in Mexico, accounts payable in Bulgaria, and the USA office, to ensure operational excellence.
- Drive continuous improvements and operational efficiencies.
- People management is at the core of your role, where your ability to inspire, mentor, and lead will be critical to success.
The ideal Engineering Operations Manager will bring solid people management experience, with the gravitas to motivate and inspire a team. While prior experience in operations management is desirable, we are open to candidates with a background as a production manager or manufacturing engineer looking to step up into a more senior role.
If you are ready to take on a challenge in a hands-on, dynamic environment and have the people management skills to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!
Apply today to join KO2's client as their next Engineering Operations Manager.
