Looking for a role that combines organisational, leadership and financial skills, then we might have the perfect job for you. As our new Operations Manager you’ll be responsible for the smooth and profitable running of our small, but growing engine and electrical remanufacturing business in Telford. From optimising supply chain processes and overseeing quality control, to managing site budgets and enforcing policies and procedures – you’ll have your fingers in a lot of pies on any given day. To do that solid organisation, planning, problem-solving and people skills are a must. You’ll also need to be a strategic thinker, to ensure any decisions you make, are not only the right ones for the site, but aligned with our longer-term company objectives too. If you can handle all that and more, then we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll do:
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Telford business including sourcing, production, inventory and planning
- Optimise operational processes and workflow to enhance product quality, supply chain and inventory management
- Manage production to meet customer targets and the overall needs of the business – identify and resolve bottlenecks as needed
- Collaborate with other sites to ensure the effective management and delivery of all customer assets
- Uphold product quality standards and implement quality-control programs as required
- Manage the procurement and ongoing maintenance of equipment
- Handle budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation to meet site revenue, profitability and strategic goals
- Monitor KPIs, analyse operational data and make informed decisions to drive continuous improvements
- Report daily to operations and leadership teams on performance KPIs – adherence to schedules, quality, cost, delivery – following SPQVC methodology
- Enforce company policies/standards including risk assessments, accident investigations and regulatory compliance to ensure the effective, efficient and safe running of the site
- Promote a culture of professional growth and development by providing employee appraisals, training, ongoing coaching and opportunities for career progression
- Oversee staffing and recruitment plans
- Manage, review, and report all overtime, holiday and absences and conduct return to work interviews as appropriate
- Conduct and issue appropriate disciplinary action, if needed
- Embrace company values and culture at all times
What you’ll bring to this role:
- Minimum 5+ years industry or role-based experience
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills
- A strong financial and business acumen
- Great communication with good written, verbal and listening skills
- A flair for organising with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Strong decision-making skills
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Outlook
- Knowledge of QHSE and employment legislation
- Experience in procuring, running and maintaining equipment
- Good working attitude
What’s in it for you:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Life cover at 3 times base salary
- Pension with employer contributions at 5% after 12 months
- On-the-job training and career development
- Access to wellbeing support
- Paid leave for reservists
For more on Carwood visit https://carwood.com. And to find out why you should join our team https://carwood.com/careers.