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The Operations Manager is a key figure in ensuring the smooth running of the manufacturing processes within a FMCG environment. This role carries the responsibility of maintaining and improving production lines, overseeing a very large team with 3 Managers as direct reports, and ensuring high standards of quality and safety are upheld, while looking at various continuous improvement strategies.
Client Details
My client is a global leading business within the consumer goods industry. With a workforce of over 1,000 employees on this site, this company has a strong presence in the market and is renowned for its commitment to excellence, quality and sustainability.
Description
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the production production department.
- Improve operational management systems, processes and best practices.
- Plan and monitor the day-to-day running of the business to ensure smooth progress.
- Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures.
- Oversee quality control, safety and monitor production KPI's.
- Work with Plant Manager and site Engineers on Continuous Improvement incentives and strategies
- Recruit, train, supervise and appraise team and department Managers.
- Formulate strategic and operational objectives.
- Examine financial data and use them to improve profitability.
Profile
A successful Manufacturing Operations Manager should have:
- Proven experience in the FMCG industry, specifically in an Engineering & Manufacturing role.
- Excellent knowledge of production management and quality standards.
- Strong ability to interpret financial data.
- Great team leadership skills.
- Working knowledge of performance evaluation metrics.
- Oversaw teams of 200+ people with two layers.
- Degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, Engineering or related field.
Job Offer
- A competitive salary range of £70,000 - £90,000 per year.
- 20% Discretionary Performance Bonus.
- 25 days holiday, increasing each year with service to a maximum of 30 days.
- Birthday holiday non-contractual.
- Life Assurance (X3 AS).
- Pension scheme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a production team within an innovative FMCG company in East Hampshire. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity, apply today!
