Job Description

About Monitran

Monitran is a privately owned British manufacturer of vibration and displacement sensors, established in 1986. With all design, manufacture and calibration carried out in the UK, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, traceable and reliable products. Our values are built around precision, innovation and integrity, with a strong commitment tocustomer focus, flexibility and continuous improvement. We work closely with clients to provide both standard and custom OEM solutions, ensuring safety, compliance and long-term performance. By maintaining ISO 9001:2015 certification and investing in our people and processes, Monitran continues to lead in condition-monitoring technology while fostering a culture of teamwork, responsibility and excellence.

Role Purpose

The Operations Manager has overall responsibility for the effective, safe and efficient management of Monitran's operational functions. This includes full oversight of production, assembly, stores, dispatch, quality, test and health & safety, ensuring that products are delivered on time, to the required quality standards, and in full compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.

The role is critical in driving operational excellence, improving performance, supporting business growth and maintaining a strong safety culture within a regulated and safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Provide end-to-end leadership and oversight of all operational areas Ensure all operational activities are aligned with business objectives, customer requirements and delivery commitments Take overall responsibility for site performance, operational efficiency and day-to-day delivery

Production, Assembly, Stores and Dispatch

Oversee production and assembly operations to ensure output meets demand, quality standards and delivery schedules Ensure effective production planning, scheduling and capacity management Manage stores and inventory to ensure accurate stock control, availability of materials and minimisation of waste Oversee dispatch and logistics to ensure accurate, timely and compliant delivery of products to customers Identify and resolve bottlenecks, inefficiencies and resource constraints across the operational flow

Engineering and Test

Work closely with Engineering and Test teams to ensure products are manufactured, tested and released in line with specifications and regulatory standards Ensure effective coordination between production, engineering and test functions Support continuous improvement of engineering and test processes, capability and documentation Ensure technical issues impacting production or delivery are escalated and resolved effectively

Quality and Compliance

Take overall responsibility for quality performance across operations Ensure compliance with internal quality systems, customer requirements and relevant industry standards Lead preparation for and participation in audits, inspections and customer visits Ensure non-conformances are investigated, corrective actions implemented and lessons learned embedded

Health, Safety and Environment

Act as the senior operational lead for health and safety on site Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental legislation and company policies Promote and embed a strong safety culture across all operational functions Ensure risk assessments, safe systems of work and incident investigations are in place and effective Take appropriate action to address safety concerns and reduce operational risk

People Management and Leadership

Provide clear leadership and direction to operational managers, supervisors and team leads Ensure teams are appropriately resourced, trained and supported Set objectives, monitor performance and drive accountability across operational functions Support talent development, succession planning and capability building Address performance, conduct and attendance issues in line with company procedures

Performance, Planning and Improvement

Develop and monitor operational KPIs covering safety, quality, delivery, cost and efficiency Use data and reporting to drive informed decision-making Lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations, including process optimisation and waste reduction Support strategic planning and contribute to long-term operational strategy

Skills and Experience

Essential

Proven experience in a senior operations management role within a manufacturing or engineering environment Demonstrable experience overseeing production, assembly, stores, dispatch, quality, engineering and test functions Strong understanding of health and safety management in a regulated or safety-critical environment Excellent leadership and people management skills Strong operational, analytical and problem-solving capability Ability to manage complexity, competing priorities and change
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person