Operations Manager

Operations Manager – West Midlands – Salary Up to £55,000 pa DOE + Benefits – REF 075 West Midlands Salary £40,000 - £55,000 pa DOE An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operations Manager to join a well-established organisation specialising in electroplating and powder coating, supplying high-quality surface treatment solutions to both internal manufacturing operations and external customers. Our client is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of their Plating & Powder Coating Plant. Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective running of the facility, delivering exceptional standards across quality, delivery, productivity, environmental compliance and health & safety. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader with a strong technical understanding of electroplating or closely related surface treatment processes to play a key role within a growing engineering business. You'll lead operational performance across the site, drive continuous improvement initiatives and develop a high-performing team whilst ensuring production schedules are achieved and customer expectations are consistently exceeded. Skills & Experience Needed: * Previous experience as an Operations Manager, Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager or Senior Production Leader within a metal finishing environment * Strong technical knowledge of electroplating is essential (experience within plating, metal finishing or closely related surface treatment processes will also be considered) * Experience managing plating and/or powder coating operations within a regulated manufacturing environment * Proven leadership experience managing production teams, supervisors and shop floor personnel * Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation, COSHH, risk assessments and environmental compliance * Experience managing chemical processes, waste management and environmental permits * Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or similar quality management systems * Demonstrable success implementing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives * Experience improving productivity, quality, delivery performance and operational efficiency * Strong problem-solving skills with experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions * Experience working closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Planning and Quality functions * Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills * Engineering or technical background would be advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation where you'll have full operational responsibility for a specialist surface treatment facility, playing a key role in driving operational excellence, developing your team and supporting the continued growth of the business. To apply for this role, please call and/or send your CV to David Hopkin