Operations Manager, Reeco Automation

About Reeco Automation

Reeco Automation designs and delivers robotic automation solutions that help manufacturers improve efficiency, quality and productivity. Our capabilities span collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots and bespoke automation systems. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations, strengthen coordination across departments and support the successful delivery of projects and aftersales services.

Reeco Automation designs and delivers robotic automation solutions that help manufacturers improve efficiency, quality and productivity. Our capabilities span collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots and bespoke automation systems. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations, strengthen coordination across departments and support the successful delivery of projects and aftersales services.

The Operations Manager will lead operational performance across fabrication and machining, electrical assembly, commissioning and programming, and aftersales service and parts. Working closely with department leads and the Project Manager, they will coordinate resources, resolve operational priorities and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to agreed quality standards. The role will drive continuous improvement, strengthen operational systems and reporting, and develop team capability to support business growth.

It will also oversee workplace organisation, housekeeping and the application of lean working principles.

• Aftersales Service & Parts:
  Ensure timely and efficient handling of service requests, maintenance support, and parts supply from the Service Department. Improve response times, customer satisfaction, and service reporting.
• Fabrication/Machining:
  Oversee workflow scheduling, production planning, and quality assurance in fabrication and machining operations. Ensure adherence to engineering specifications and safety standards. Drive improvements in lead times, capacity utilisation, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Electrical Engineering:
  Oversee electrical build schedules and ensure projects meet technical requirements and internal standards. Support leadership in resourcing, quality checks, and cross‑departmental coordination. Promote best practices in electrical assembly, testing, documentation, and compliance.
• Commissioning/Programming:
  Support the coordination of commissioning engineers and programmers both onsite and offsite. Ensure commissioning tasks are executed effectively, on time, and to customer expectations. Maintain alignment between engineering, programming, and project delivery teams.
• Project Delivery:
  Work with the Project Manager to monitor progress across active projects, agree resource priorities and resolve issues affecting delivery. Support project managers in risk management, planning, and client communication. Drive process standardisation to ensure consistent, high‑quality project execution. Review Site Acceptance Test (SAT) documentation with the Project Manager to confirm completion, track outstanding actions and support customer handover.

• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain quality.
• Oversee and refine operational systems, KPIs, and workflows across departments.
• Support department leads with performance management, appraisals, training plans and workforce development.
• Monitor operational costs against agreed budgets, identify variances and implement corrective action.
• Maintain compliance with health & safety regulations and company standards.
• Oversee company vehicle maintenance, servicing, MOT…