Head of Manufacturing Operations
Chelmsford, Essex
£100,000 – £120,000 + benefits
We’re partnering with a well-established, growing manufacturing business looking to appoint a Head of Manufacturing Operations to lead across UK and US sites.
This is a senior leadership role with real scope, overseeing multiple functions including production, quality, engineering, purchasing and driving performance across the wider operation.
If you’re someone who thrives when bringing teams together, improving processes, and driving meaningful change, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing and operational performance across UK and US sites
Oversee key functions including production, quality, engineering and purchasing
Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across the business
Take ownership of supplier management and strategy, working with a global supply
base
Lead change and transformation initiatives across the operation
Ensure quality, compliance and performance standards are consistently met
Develop and lead cross-functional teams, creating alignment and accountability
Oversee facilities and plant operations, ensuring reliability and long-term capability
Collaborate with international teams
Key Skills & Experience
Proven leadership experience within manufacturing / operations
Experience overseeing multiple departments at a senior level
Strong background in supplier management and supplier strategy
Experience leading change, transformation and continuous improvement
Comfortable operating at a strategic level
Experience within complex or high-spec manufacturing environments
Strong stakeholder management and commercial awareness
Benefits & Key Details
£100,000 – £120,000 basic salary
Solid benefits package which includes Private healthcare, very good Pension scheme, Life assurance and more
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Internation travel, usually twice per year for 1-2 weeks
Free secure onsite parking
Opportunity to lead at scale across international operations
Real scope to drive change and improve performance
Broad role with ownership across multiple key functions
Join a business with strong foundations and future growth plans
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