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Operations Manager

Ref: AS4571932

Sleaford, UK

£55,000

  • Permanent
  • Lean Methodology Expert
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Problem Solver

About the candidate

The candidate is an adept Operations Manager with a robust background in large-scale food manufacturing, bringing over eight years of experience to the table. Their journey spans key roles in production management and team supervision, primarily within highly-regulated food manufacturing and processing environments. Notably, the candidate has achieved remarkable improvements in operational efficiency and has seamlessly integrated Lean and 5S methodologies into daily practices. Their strong leadership ability not only elevates production standards but also fosters a collaborative and proactive work culture.

With a track record of nurturing and developing top-performing teams, they excel in high-pressure settings, ensuring that all safety, quality, and efficiency metrics are surpassed. Their hands-on experience and strategic insight equip them to drive significant business improvements, making them an ideal fit for an operations management role.

What makes them great?

  • Operational Efficiency: Demonstrated a 15% increase in operational efficiency by implementing Lean methodologies effectively in a high-volume production setting.
  • Problem Solving: Strong analytical abilities, proven through initiatives such as significantly decreasing downtime by 20% through improved scheduling and resource management.
  • Resource Optimization: Contributed to cost reduction and enhanced process efficiency by designing and integrating a new inventory management system that cut stock discrepancies by 30%.

Areas of expertise

  • Production Management: Highly skilled in managing large production teams in food manufacturing setups, ensuring that all operations align with industry standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Continuous Improvement: Proficient in the application and advancement of Lean and 5S methodologies to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce waste.
  • Team Development and Leadership: Experienced in building, training, and leading teams to foster a positive work environment and significantly boost production outcomes.