Save JobEmail job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFast track progression to Managing DirectorOpportunity to modernise a site and manufacturing processAbout Our ClientMy client, a Medical Device Manufacturer, are looking to hire a Operations Director to provide technical and managerial leadership to operation activities. Having been bought by a larger group, they have the investment to take the business to the next level through continuous growth by consistently hitting record sales turnover.Job Description* Comply with the facility environmental policy and any applicable operational controls in order to meet the established environmental objectives and targets.* Responsible for the development of resources within the organization to insure continuity and career path promotional opportunities.* Manages, through direct reports, all area activities.* Ensure that employees have the best possible working conditions, through the development of HS&E systems and policies to prevent unreasonable health and safety risks.* Develops a management style within the organization that encourages a teamwork, innovation, people participation and development.* Receive organizational goals and customer requirements and leads the operation to develop strategies and methods to meet them.* Develop and implement appropriate cost reduction systems.* Assures compliance with safety and environmental regulations.* Initiates, supports and facilitates operational continuous improvement, cost reduction and productivity efforts.* Develop budgets and assure compliance with budgetary requirements in accordance with corporate, divisional and governmental regulations.* Responsible for empowering members of the organization to implement ISO standards and other regulatory standards applicable to the plant(s).* Responsible for the effective implementation of the Manufacturing Plan.* Responsible for the daily liquidity management of the subornative area in accordance with company directions.* Responsible for preparing the plant to secure a successful launch of new programs in accordance with the applicable time schedules and customer requirements.* Communicate and uphold company policy and procedures.The Successful Applicant* Degree / business engineering level with previous experience of working within a high volume, medical manufacturing environment, coupled with the ability to work as an individual or as part of a team* Experience as an Operations/Production Manager in the medical industry* Managerial, Technical & administrative skills required - Should be fully conversant with medical quality tools and systems* Sound understanding of Quality, Business and OEM systems/standards* Managerial, Technical & administrative skills required - Should be fully conversant with medical quality tools and systems;* Proven leadership and management skills within a challenging environment* Good knowledge of structured problem-solving tools and methodologies* Excellent communicator, both written and verbal at all levels* Excellent presentation skills* Good computer skills, conversant with Microsoft office* Excellent motivator, self-starting, with an enthusiastic approachWhat's on Offer Competitive basic salary Inheriting warm customer relationships and long term agreementsClose knit team and solid team culture ContactEmma AdamsQuote job refJN-042023-6032531Phone number+44 207 269 2119Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorOperations ManagementSectorHealthcare / PharmaceuticalLocationLancasterContract typePermanentConsultant nameEmma AdamsConsultant phone+44 207 269 2119Job referenceJN-042023-6032531