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Operations Manager

Edinburgh Permanent View Job Description
The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our clients mill operations, optimising production, ensuring quality and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. With a focus on driving efficiency and sustainability.
  • Exciting Operations Manager Opportunity
  • Excellent career development opportunity

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation within the FMCG sector, renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable solutions. With a global presence, they are a significant player in their sector, providing essential resources to a wide range of industries.

Job Description

  • This role will primarily be responsible for leading the Production, Engineering and Transport teams to drive consistently excellent performance in Safety, Quality, Service and Cost.
  • You will ensure customer focus and partner with key stakeholders to address breakdowns or interruptions to production to minimise downtime.
  • Ensure quality standards are met consistently.
  • Lead and inspire a diverse team including production, engineering and transport and support staff
  • Collaborate with other departments to align operations with overall business goals.
  • Comply with all industry regulations and company policies.
  • Report on mill performance and productivity.
  • Manage budget and resources effectively.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Operations Manager should have:

  • Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field would be beneficial however not essential.
  • Sound knowledge of safety protocols and regulations in a manufacturing / production environment.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
  • Knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary range around £60-68k.
  • Generous holiday entitlement of 33 days.
  • Challenging and rewarding role with scope for professional development.
  • The unique chance to contribute to sustainable and efficient operations.



If you are a driven and experienced Operations Manager, looking for a new challenge in the Edinburgh area, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for this exciting opportunity.

Contact
Lynsey White
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6716251
Phone number
+44 141 331 7959

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Operations Management
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Edinburgh
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lynsey White
Consultant phone
+44 141 331 7959
Job reference
JN-042025-6716251