Operations Manager at Coventry, West midlands

Operations Manager

Salary: Negotiable plus efficiency bonuses

Location: Coventry

A rare opportunity to take operational ownership across two established sheet metal pressings and fabrication sites, leading performance, culture and strategic Improvement for a global OEM manufacturer. This role is designed for a high impact leader who brings authority, commercial focus and the ability to influence at every level of the organisation.

You will shape the operational direction of both sites, driving excellence in safety, quality, delivery and cost while building a culture that supports growth and continuous improvement.

What you will lead

• Operational leadership across two sites, ensuring disciplined execution and consistent operational standards
• Manufacturing programme ownership including Engineering Change and NPI delivery
• Performance management using data, KPIs and structured problem solving to drive accountability
• Continuous improvement embedding CI thinking and preventative maintenance across operations
• ERP governance ensuring accurate, timely reporting within EFACS
• Asset and tooling optimisation maximising uptime and operational efficiency
• Quality leadership aligned to customer expectations and robust process control
• People development building capability, succession and a proactive, performance driven culture
• Strategic contribution supporting the development and execution of site level plans

What you bring

• Comprehensive sheet metal manufacturing expertise including pressings, fabrication and metal forming
• Expert manufacturing knowledge with the ability to embed best practice across operations
• Commercial acumen with a strong focus on cost, efficiency and margin improvement
• Technical problem solving across product, process and feasibility challenges
• Scheduling and capacity planning experience in a complex, fast paced environment
• Executive level communication with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Continuous improvement capability with a track record of measurable results
• Relevant qualifications in Business or Engineering

Why this role matters

This is a senior operational leadership position with genuine scope to shape the performance and culture of two key manufacturing sites. You will be a visible, influential member of the leadership team, driving operational transformation and delivering sustainable improvements across safety, quality, cost and delivery.

For a driven, strategic and commercially minded operations leader, this role offers the platform to make a significant and lasting impact.

If you are ready to lead at scale and deliver meaningful operational transformation, this role offers the platform to do it. Apply now and bring your expertise to an organisation that is committed to continuous improvement and growth.

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