Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsGreat role for a well rounded Operations managerShipping, fleet, warehousing, facilities and general business operationsAbout Our ClientA well-established and growing manufacturing business operating within the life sciences and diagnostics sector is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join its leadership team. The organisation has a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and regulatory compliance, supplying products to highly regulated markets globally.Job DescriptionReporting into senior leadership, the Operations Manager will have full responsibility for end-to-end manufacturing operations at the Winnersh site. This is a pivotal role focused on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and people leadership within a regulated manufacturing environment.Key responsibilities include:Full ownership of site operations, including warehousing, planning, logistics, and facilitiesLeading, developing, and motivating cross-functional operational teamsDriving continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and efficiencyEnsuring compliance with relevant quality systems, regulatory standards, and health & safety requirementsManaging operational budgets, KPIs, and performance metricsCollaborating closely with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Commercial teamsSupporting capacity planning and future growth initiativesThe Successful ApplicantThe successful candidate will be a hands-on and commercially aware operations leader with experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.You will ideally have:Proven experience in an Operations ManageBackground in life sciences, diagnostics, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or similarly regulated manufacturingStrong people management and leadership capabilityExperience implementing continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, CI frameworks)Experience with shipping to Ireland is highly desiredStrong financial acumenExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsThe ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational deliveryWhat's on OfferOn offer for the successful:£50k-£55k7.5k bonusCar allowance/comp carPension: starting pension contribution is 10% of salary (increases to 15% based on length of service)24 days holiday (increases based on length of service)BUPADenPlanLife assuranceFree parking at the officeDays of Work:Monday to Friday (8:30am to 5pm)Hybrid policy (1 day from home)Logistics Distribution and Supply ChainContactBen DunmoreQuote job refJN-122025-6907286Phone number+442072692133Job summaryJob functionEngineering & ManufacturingSubsectorOperations ManagementSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationWinnershContract typePermanentConsultant nameBen DunmoreConsultant phone+442072692133Job referenceJN-122025-6907286
