Operations Manager

Job Description

Operations Manager

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

Location: Scotland - Ayrshire region

Sector: Manufacturing / Engineering

Level: Senior Leadership

We are partnering with a highly respected manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced Operations Manager for a key site leadership position. This is a confidential opportunity offering significant influence over operational strategy, performance, and long-term site development.

The Opportunity:

This role sits at the heart of site leadership, responsible for driving operational excellence across manufacturing, service, and warehouse functions. You will lead the delivery of strategic objectives, ensuring strong performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost, while embedding a high-performance, continuous improvement culture. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of the site through leadership of people, processes, and capital investment initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead and deliver the site manufacturing and continuous improvement strategy

Drive performance against key operational and financial KPIs

Develop and coach a cross-functional leadership team

Champion best practice methodologies including Lean and Six Sigma

Partner with senior stakeholders to implement strategic initiatives

Lead capital projects from concept through to implementation

Use data and insight to identify and deliver sustainable improvement

Embed a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence

About You

We are looking for a strong, visible leader with

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• Significant experience in a manufacturing / operations leadership role

Proven ability to deliver operational improvements and cultural change

Strong people leadership and coaching capability

Expertise in Lean / continuous improvement methodologies

Commercial awareness and ability to influence senior stakeholders

Analytical mindset with a structured, results-driven approach

A degree in engineering, management, or a related field is preferred. xwwtmva Advanced qualifications (e.g. Six Sigma, Master’s) would be advantageous.