Operations Manager

We are recruiting on behalf of a client for an experienced, hands-on Operations Manager to lead a site-based operation in Milton Keynes. This is a key leadership role focused on Health & Safety, people development, and operational excellence.

You'll be a visible leader on the shop floor, driving performance, embedding a strong safety culture, and delivering continuous improvement through efficient processes, technology, and automation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day site operations, labour planning, and productivity
Act as a visible Health & Safety leader, ensuring full compliance and a positive safety culture
Drive operational performance against KPIs and OKRs
Develop and coach Shift Managers and operational teams
Deliver continuous improvement, efficiency gains, and process optimisation
Lead training, competency management, and risk investigations
Work closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams

About You

Proven senior operations experience in manufacturing, engineering, or logistics
Strong, hands-on leadership style with shop-floor presence
Track record of improving performance, safety, and efficiency
Experience delivering operational change and projects
Confident working cross-functionally, including with Sales and Quality

What's on Offer

Competitive salary with bonus
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension and wellbeing benefits
Learning and development opportunities

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy