Group Operations Manager - South England - £55k - £65k basic (depending on experience) + bonus

Salary: £55k - £65k basic (depending on experience) + bonus

An innovative designer and manufacturer of corrugated packaging is looking for a senior operations manager to take the reins of the business's operational function. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing company with strong green credentials, but also have the chance to progress to director level within the business and ultimately become a shareholder.

• Ensure safety is always the company's top priority.
• Management of site Production Manager and Group Technical Manager, including the preventative maintenance and machinery development programmes.
• Deliver on going manufacturing productivity improvements.
• Control and, as necessary, the enhance product quality.
• Adherence to the daily manufacturing plan, to ensure customer deliveries are on time and in full.

• A driven and energetic approach to leading operations teams to implement change and improvement.
• Education to degree level as a minimum.
• A strong operations background with experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of methodologies to deliver continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• An ability to engage with a wide variety of people both internally and externally to the business.
• Has the ability to successfully install large capital investment projects.
• Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and BRCGS Direct Food Standards would be advantageous.
• A strong belief in outstanding customer service and a desire to always ensure the customer receives excellent service.

Innovation is at the heart of everything our client does, so they are looking a forward thinker who can bring fresh ideas to the table in order to make a positive impact on the company's future success.