Role : Operations Manager (Manufacturing)
Location : Sheffield
Salary : £45,000 - £50,000

The Role

An established manufacturing business supplying technically demanding products to industrial and OEM customers is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead day-to-day manufacturing and production planning.

This is a senior, hands-on role for a proven manufacturing leader with strong operational discipline and a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve on-time, right-first-time delivery.
• Own production planning, capacity management, and resource allocation.
• Embed lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement as standard practice.
• Drive improvements in productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost performance.
• Ensure equipment reliability and minimise downtime through effective maintenance.