A1 Jobs are currently recruiting an Operations Manager for our South Lanarkshire based client.

Experience within a manufacturing environment is highly desired.

Essential requirements

You will play a key role in the successful day to day running of the plant processes.  Overseeing all aspects of Production, Transport as well as Health and Safety and is a vital buffer between the team, Senior Management and the Customer.  Orchestrating each step of the process and interacting with your team members so that the job is done to the highest standard.

Roles and responsibilities

To assist the General Manager on day-to-day operational issues to ensure smooth running of the plant

Responsible for the monitoring and reporting of site specific KPI’s

Continuously develop processes and procedures along side General Manager covering all performance for all shift production staff

Take an active tole in the implementation of all Health and Safety matters focussing especially on safe working systems and ensuring your department and those around you fully comply with all relevant legislation.

To be responsible for overseeing all production staff employee recruitment, welfare and any disciplinary issues, always complying to the relevant legislation in conjunction with your Shift Managers.

To review, monitor and maintain systems to monitor overall staff productivity and performance

You should be someone who is able to

Motivate and inspire team members

Lead by setting a good example

Facilitate problem solving and collaboration

Maintain healthy team dynamics

Intervene when necessary to aid the team in resolving issues

Support new team members in working through induction programme and on boarding to ensure that they have the necessary knowledge to effectively participate within the team.

Contribute to staff appraisals and supervision process