Operations Manager

Job Title: Operations Manager / Operations Cell Manager

Location: Derby

Shifts: Monday – Thursday 08.00 – 5pm / Friday 08.00am – 2.30pm

Salary: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

As Operations Manager / Operations Cell Manager, you will take ownership of a key operational area, leading a skilled team to ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will play a central role in developing team capability, improving operational performance, and fostering a positive, safety‑first culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong health & safety culture across your operational area
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and operational procedures, including PUWER and LOLER
• Drive operational performance, ensuring on‑time delivery and exceptional product quality
• Lead daily production meetings, manage workflow, and coordinate team activities
• Develop and mentor team members, ensuring training and competency requirements are met
• Work collaboratively with Purchasing and other departments to maintain production flow and material availability
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction
• Manage employee performance, attendance, and conduct in line with company policies
• Build strong working relationships across the wider business to support operational success

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within engineering or manufacturing
• Proven experience leading teams in a fast‑paced production environment
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Structured problem‑solving experience (8D or similar methodologies)
• High attention to detail and a proactive mindset

Desirable

• Lean / Process Excellence qualification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• Experience within the Rail or HVAC sectors
• Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer?

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional celebration day
• Company pension scheme
• Profit Share Scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on‑site parking
• Early finish every Friday

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