Head of Operations

  • MCS Group
  • Lisburn, County Antrim
  • Aug 24, 2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

MCS Group is delighted to be recruiting a Head of Operations to join a well-established manufacturing business and take ownership of its end-to-end operational performance.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role with responsibility across production, planning, procurement, stores, logistics, CNC operations, continuous improvement and site installation.

The successful candidate will play a key role in improving productivity, reducing costs, strengthening quality and ensuring excellent customer delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Leading manufacturing operations and driving improvements in productivity, throughput and efficiency
  • Managing production planning, resource allocation and capacity against customer demand
  • Improving OTIF delivery and overall operational performance
  • Leading continuous improvement initiatives including Lean, OEE, SMED, waste reduction and takt-time improvement
  • Developing succession plans and supporting the ongoing development of operational teams
About You
  • Proven leadership experience in manufacturing or operations
  • Strong track record in improving productivity, OTIF, and operational performance
  • Good understanding of production planning, supply chain, and quality systems
  • Strong communicator with a hands-on leadership style
Qualifications
  • Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Manufacturing
What's on Offer
  • Competitive Salary and Benefits