Operations Manager

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead a busy manufacturing site in Chesterfield. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will support the General Manager, strengthen shopfloor performance, and help build a positive, high-performing culture.You will play a key part in improving delivery, quality, team engagement, and health and safety across the site. The role suits someone who is confident working with people, data, and day-to-day operational issues, and who can lead by example in a heavy industrial environment.Role: Operations ManagerSalary: up to £65,000 + bonus + Package Location: Chesterfield The Operations Manager will be responsible for driving operational performance with hands on approach as well being comfortable with Data & Analytics. You will have a strong focus on continuous improvement, team development, and safe working practices.Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and mentoring shopfloor teams.
• Improving delivery, quality, and overall operational performance.
• Supporting the General Manager as a strong second-in-command.
• Promoting best practice in health and safety.
• Using data and analytics to support improvement.
• Working closely with other departments, including Sales.

For the Operations Manager - we are keen to speak with candidates who have a background in manufacturing or heavy industry and a proven track record of leading teams successfully. You should be comfortable being visible on the shopfloor, making decisions, and influencing others toward better ways of working.The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in heavy industry, manufacturing, or engineering.
• Strong leadership and team transformation experience.
• A hands-on management style.
• Good commercial awareness.
• Strong health and safety standards.
• The ability to engage, influence, and unite teams.
• A working knowledge of Lean principles, although this is not essential.

The role of Operations Manager is a big role for the business who are looking for a strong leader to help shape the culture, the processes and the continuous improvement of their site. Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation. Technical Network recruits Engineers and Managers across automotive, aerospace, electrical/electronic, technology, energy, engineering, and manufacturing