Operations Manager

Operations Manager

We are recruiting for a Operations Manager for IAC Elmdon automotive factory which manufactures car parts for Jaguar Land Rover

As a Operations Manager you will need to have:

• Excellent leadership and people- management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Excellent organisational and follow-up skills
• Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making Commercial and Financial acumen
• Relevant manufacturing/engineering degree is preferred, or HND, BTec Professional Level 5 Award or equivalent NVQ Level 5 qualifications.
• Extensive plant level experience with significant proven supervisory experience Technical understanding
• Understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Kaizen, lean manufacturing Understanding of manufacturing and procurement/supply chain
• Understanding of IATF16949, ISO 9001 IOSH, ISO 14001 Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems experience

Details:

• Salary: Around £60,000 - £70,000 plus car allowance of £575 per month
• Working Hours: Monday - Friday
• Location: IAC Elmdon
• Permanent
• Family Bupa
• 10% Bonus Opportunity

Role of a Operations Manager

• Effectively and efficiently manage the production of the required daily/weekly targets in line with customer specifications, meeting quality and delivery expectations, minimising costs where possible and ensure the required best working practices are maintained at all times
• Responsible for Unit production, financial performance, meeting customer requirements and maintaining the orderly and productive operation of planned activities
• Ensure new products (NPI) are effectively planned and launched into the Unit communicating the impact on Manufacturing activities throughout the Plant, escalating issues immediately Ensure the target productivity level is achieved on a daily basis
• Update the production plan on a daily basis
• Communicate and liaise with other departmental managers regarding throughput of stock to ensure production targets are met
• Drive process improvements on Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by appropriate data analysis
• Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions.
• Produce written reports and make presentations
• Undertake continuous training and development
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems
• Identify and deploy the technical skill sets, resource levels and systems to deliver projects, including the engagement of external resources as required
• Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the department
• Ensure that the function operates in accordance with company health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff and visitors
• Ensure the delivery of the People Strategy within Tailor Made
• Manage, coach and develop a high performing manufacturing team that meets agreed objectives and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements
• Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports
• Manage and lead the team, ensuring adequate staffing levels, managing holidays, recruitment, training, development, appraisal, attendance, disciplinary issues and daily supervision to maximise efficient productivity
• Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviours expected of them
• Input and hold responsibility for manufacturing budgets
• Responsible for achieving budget and forecast
• Work as part of the Management team to share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting and implementing continuous improvement activities and process and procedure improvements to optimise results and improve quality of delivery, in line with quality standards requirements delivery in line with Company and Customer requirements
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance
• Liaise and communicate with other departments, customers, suppliers and other service providers
• Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of needed products and materials and advise others of any impact

Benefits of working with IAC as a Operations Manager:

• 33 Days Holiday
• Free Onsite Car Parking
• Onsite Canteen
• Pension Scheme
• Overtime opportunities available

If you are interested in the above role please click apply