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Operations Manager

Location: Belfast
Sector: Materials Processing | Manufacturing
Type: Full-time, On-site

The Opportunity

We are recruiting an Operations Manager to take full ownership of a material processing site in Milton Keynes. This is a hands-on role with responsibility for site performance, safety, people, and commercial delivery.  This role suits a leader who takes pride in running a well-managed, high-performing site.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will have real autonomy in a true GM-style position.

Key responsibilities include:

Full accountability for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people
Leading and developing a team
Managing Shift Managers, Shift Leaders, and technical specialists
Driving a strong H&S culture and improving engagement and retention
Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across production and facilities
Delivering process improvements and operational efficiencies
Contributing at Senior Leadership Team level
Budget and commercial responsibility (P&L exposure desirable)About You

Experience running a manufacturing or materials-based site
Strong people leader with experience managing
Stable career history with long tenure
Commercially aware, hands-on, and confident taking full site ownershipWorking Pattern & Benefits

Site-based role in Belfast
Early Friday finish
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Pension, health cash plan, discounts, car salary sacrifice
Clear progression opportunities