Manufacturing Operations Manager

Your new company
A long‑established engineering business in Warrington is looking to appoint an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead operations across a fast‑paced, high‑mix production environment. This is a key role within a growing organisation, offering the scope to shape processes, drive performance, and influence long‑term strategy.
Your new role
You'll take full ownership of day‑to‑day manufacturing activities, ensuring output, quality, and safety targets are consistently achieved. Working closely with engineering, planning, and supply chain teams, you'll lead continuous improvement initiatives and embed a culture of operational excellence.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and developing a multi‑disciplinary production team
Driving OEE, productivity, and quality improvements
Implementing lean manufacturing tools and best practice
Ensuring compliance with H&S and regulatory standards
Supporting NPI and engineering change activity
Managing KPIs, resource planning, and performance reviews

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience in a manufacturing leadership role within engineering or industrial production
Strong understanding of lean methodologies and modern manufacturing principles
A hands‑on leadership style with the ability to motivate and influence teams
Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
A proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational efficiency

What you'll get in return
You'll join a stable, forward‑thinking manufacturer with significant investment planned across people, processes, and technology. The business offers genuine progression opportunities, a supportive leadership team, and the chance to make a measurable impact from day one.
What you need to do now
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