Job Description

Operations Manager - Manufacturing & Distribution

East Yorkshire

Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 + Benefits

Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an accomplished

Operations

Manager

with a track record of leading manufacturing and warehouse teams to deliver outstanding results?

Do you want to play a key role in driving operational excellence for a

global

market

leader

at a time of exciting growth and investment?

We're looking for an

experienced, hands-on leader

to join our world-class manufacturing and distribution centre in

East

Yorkshire

. This is a pivotal role in our ongoing expansion, with real influence over production, quality, and supply chain performance across international markets.

The Role

You'll take ownership of daily manufacturing and warehousing operations, leading a skilled team of supervisors, engineers, and operators. Working closely with our senior leadership, you'll ensure production targets are met, quality standards are maintained, and improvements are implemented that will take our operations to the next level.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop teams across manufacturing, assembly, and warehousing Maintain exceptional quality, health & safety, and delivery performance Implement continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency and reduce waste Plan and oversee capital investment projects Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, Quality, Finance, and Product teams Foster a culture of accountability, flexibility, and customer focus

About You

We're looking for someone who brings:

Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (ideally plastics or similar) A strong understanding of warehouse operations and production machinery A strong background of driving change within a workforce focusing on minimising costs, streamline processes and driving training to up skill the workforce to complete tasks across a variety of roles. Excellent planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills Knowledge of quality systems, compliance, and health & safety best practice The ability to motivate, inspire, and bring the best out of your team A flexible, "can-do" mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary 55,000 - 60,000

plus benefits Join a growing, globally recognised business with a strong market position Be at the heart of strategic operational decision-making Opportunity to lead significant investment and expansion projects Work with a passionate, committed, and supportive senior team
If you're ready to bring your operational expertise to a business where your impact will be felt worldwide, we want to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and take the next step in your career.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Change management: 3 years (required) leading staff training: 3 years (required) managing production teams : 3 years (required) overseeing warehousing, inventory control & distribution: 3 years (required) production schedules, resource allocation, and workflows: 3 years (required) Lean, Six Sigma, or other efficiency-boosting methodologies : 3 years (required) injection moulding, light manufacturing, or assembly: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

UK Driving Licence and Car or Motorbike (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

York YO42 1NS (preferred)
Work Location: In person