87 Manufacturing Operations jobs in the United Kingdom

Operations Leadership in a World Class, Metals Based Manufacturing Facility
Staffordshire
Up to 55,000 pa + Package

Are you a hands-on operations leader who thrives on driving performance, building great teams, and delivering quality at pace?

This is a long-established UK manufacturing business with a proud heritage and a reputation for engineering excellence. Operating internationally, the company specialises in delivering robust, high-specification mechanical solutions for critical infrastructure applications.

This growing business is seeking to appoint a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the back-end production operations across a busy metals based manufacturing environment supplying into a number of critical sectors.

You'll be responsible for delivering on-time, on-quality, on-cost operations while embedding a high-performance culture of health & safety, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading a skilled team across a wide variety of manufacturing operations
• Driving process improvement and compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001
• Managing schedules, KPIs, and materials to meet ambitious production goals
• Coaching and developing people while supporting strategic growth initiatives
• Support and build strategic plans for all areas of responsibility that enhance the growth of the business.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to support efficiency and long-term success

What you'll bring:

• Proven leadership experience in metals-based manufacturing & assembly operations
• Strong H&S awareness and experience managing hazardous and highly regulated processes
• ERP knowledge (SAP a bonus) and confidence in detailed planning and performance metrics
• A practical, team-focused mindset and the drive to make things better every day

Why Join?

In this role you'll join a business that combines deep industry heritage with forward-thinking ambition, backed by investment, people development, and a clear growth strategy.

Apply now to lead where precision, performance and passion meet. Or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.

This role is being managed exclusively by Lord Search & Selection so to apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting reference 10084.

Desired Skills and Experience:
Plant, Manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial, Paint, CNC, Machining, Fabrication, Metals, Production, Operations.

Manufacturing Operations Manager - Cowdenbeath

CR Smith is a dynamic manufacturing and installation organisation of custom windows, doors, living space products and repair services. We provide state of the art, thermal efficient products which are in higher demand than ever before.

Every product is made to order on short production lead times, creating a complex and fast-moving environment.  Such an environment requires management with excellent organisational skills and inspiring leadership qualities.  CR Smith supplies a broad portfolio of customers, from homeowners, housebuilders, trade organisations and social housing organisations across Scotland.

Rated Excellent on Trust Pilot with over 5000 reviews and voted the best company in the UK in our sector by consumer champion Which, the customer experience and service is at the heart of everything we do.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced, Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead our Insulated Glass Plant and material supply facility.

Core responsibilities/duties include:

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• Manage labour efficiently to optimise resource
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and promote a culture of best practice 
• Ensure output of product complies with relevant quality standards
• Continually strive to improve product quality and reduce process waste
• Achieve weekly & monthly build plan targets
• Liaise with the management team and supply chain to ensure optimise efficiency
• Hold regular team briefings on both safety, tactical and operational topics
• Demonstrate leadership skills that inspire and motivate team members

Profile:

• Proven management experience  
li>Fabrication industry experience is desirable but not essential.
• A background in manufacturing or engineering discipline (a degree qualification would be preferable)
• Good understanding of quality monitoring and ability to drive continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• This role requires someone who can operate at both a tactical hands-on and operational level.
• A good understanding of current health & safety regulations with certifications.
• Computer literate with a good knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel.

What we offer :

• Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (Dependant on experience)
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• Extensive technical training
• Full use of company resources and internal support across the business to allow dedication to the role required
• External continuous professional development courses available
• Excellent career opportunities and mentoring schemes

This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic individual with a proven track record in manufacturing operations to join one of Scotland’s leading brands. Offering fantastic career opportunities and the autonomy to make a real difference within an organisation already committed to growth, service excellence, uncompromising quality and safety standards.

Manufacturing Operations Manager - Cowdenbeath

CR Smith is a dynamic manufacturing and installation organisation of custom windows, doors, living space products and repair services. We provide state of the art, thermal efficient products which are in higher demand than ever before.

Every product is made to order on short production lead times, creating a complex and fast-moving environment.  Such an environment requires management with excellent organisational skills and inspiring leadership qualities.  CR Smith supplies a broad portfolio of customers, from homeowners, housebuilders, trade organisations and social housing organisations across Scotland.

Rated Excellent on Trust Pilot with over 5000 reviews and voted the best company in the UK in our sector by consumer champion Which, the customer experience and service is at the heart of everything we do.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced, Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead our Insulated Glass Plant and material supply facility.

Core responsibilities/duties include:

• ul>
• Manage labour efficiently to optimise resource
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and promote a culture of best practice 
• Ensure output of product complies with relevant quality standards
• Continually strive to improve product quality and reduce process waste
• Achieve weekly & monthly build plan targets
• Liaise with the management team and supply chain to ensure optimise efficiency
• Hold regular team briefings on both safety, tactical and operational topics
• Demonstrate leadership skills that inspire and motivate team members

Profile:

• Proven management experience  
li>Fabrication industry experience is desirable but not essential.
• A background in manufacturing or engineering discipline (a degree qualification would be preferable)
• Good understanding of quality monitoring and ability to drive continuous improvement
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• This role requires someone who can operate at both a tactical hands-on and operational level.
• A good understanding of current health & safety regulations with certifications.
• Computer literate with a good knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel.

What we offer :

• Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (Dependant on experience)
< i>Latest advanced technology
• Extensive technical training
• Full use of company resources and internal support across the business to allow dedication to the role required
• External continuous professional development courses available
• Excellent career opportunities and mentoring schemes

This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic individual with a proven track record in manufacturing operations to join one of Scotland’s leading brands. Offering fantastic career opportunities and the autonomy to make a real difference within an organisation already committed to growth, service excellence, uncompromising quality and safety standards.

Operations Leadership in a World Class, Metals Based Manufacturing Facility
Staffordshire
Up to 55,000 pa + Package

Are you a hands-on operations leader who thrives on driving performance, building great teams, and delivering quality at pace?

This is a long-established UK manufacturing business with a proud heritage and a reputation for engineering excellence. Operating internationally, the company specialises in delivering robust, high-specification mechanical solutions for critical infrastructure applications.

This growing business is seeking to appoint a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the back-end production operations across a busy metals based manufacturing environment supplying into a number of critical sectors.

You'll be responsible for delivering on-time, on-quality, on-cost operations while embedding a high-performance culture of health & safety, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading a skilled team across a wide variety of manufacturing operations
• Driving process improvement and compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001
• Managing schedules, KPIs, and materials to meet ambitious production goals
• Coaching and developing people while supporting strategic growth initiatives
• Support and build strategic plans for all areas of responsibility that enhance the growth of the business.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to support efficiency and long-term success

What you'll bring:

• Proven leadership experience in metals-based manufacturing & assembly operations
• Strong H&S awareness and experience managing hazardous and highly regulated processes
• ERP knowledge (SAP a bonus) and confidence in detailed planning and performance metrics
• A practical, team-focused mindset and the drive to make things better every day

Why Join?

In this role you'll join a business that combines deep industry heritage with forward-thinking ambition, backed by investment, people development, and a clear growth strategy.

Apply now to lead where precision, performance and passion meet. Or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.

This role is being managed exclusively by Lord Search & Selection so to apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a fully CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting reference 10084.

Desired Skills and Experience:
Plant, Manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial, Paint, CNC, Machining, Fabrication, Metals, Production, Operations.

Electrical Components & Systems - Design, Manufacture, Assembly & Test
c. 100,000pa + car, bonus & benefits
Kent

The Role

Reporting to and deputising for the Managing Director and leading a dedicated team, covering all design, engineering, programme management, materials and manufacturing disciplines, your key task will be the development and implementation of the company's manufacturing operations strategy, that continues to improve all processes and practices, creates leaner, customer focused manufacturing operations, whilst leading a highly skilled workforce in the pursuit of greater profitability and performance.

The Person

The role calls for an experienced and enlightened manufacturing operations professional, a hands on, customer focused and charismatic man-manager, who is well used to the demands of a fast moving, price and quality conscious customer base. A graduate calibre technical manufacturing professional, you will be able to demonstrate considerable success at identifying and introducing organisational and cultural change programmes within a technically driven business, that streamlined processes, engaged the workforce and led to industry leading productivity, quality and yield.

Experience of electrical design, assembly and test would be advantageous but is not essential.

The Company

Well established, profitable market leader in the design, manufacture and supply of innovative electrical components and systems for a prestigious portfolio of national and international systems integrators and end-user customers.

Keen to build upon their considerable investment in new products and capitalise on significant new market opportunities they are looking to appoint a high calibre, inspirational operations professional to join their senior management team, and lead them through a period of tremendous change, growth and opportunity.

To Apply:

This is a high profile and challenging role offering considerable opportunity, authority and job satisfaction within a progressive and innovative market leader who continue to attract significant levels of investment and support from their parent company. So, if you are looking to make a real contribution to the future success and strategic direction of a business, then look no further, please submit a detailed copy of your CV, together with your current remuneration package, quoting reference number 10091.

CR Smith is a dynamic manufacturing and installation organisation of custom windows, doors, living space products and repair services. We provide state of the art, thermal efficient products which are in higher demand than ever before.

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Are you passionate about education and committed to helping learners unlock their full potential? Are you skilled in Performing Manufacturing Operations with a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of those you teach? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Five Wells, working as a Performing Manufacturing Operations (PMO) Teacher. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours per week.

It is essential that the successful candidate holds the following qualifications in order to assess and evaluate the performance of each learner:

• Vocational qualification in delivery specialism
li>Level 2 qualification in English/maths
• TAQA Assessor award/A1 or equivalent

The successful candidate will deliver training aligned to the Performing Manufacturing Operations (PMO) qualification up to Level 2 (covering woodwork, engineering, manufacturing & warehouse).

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Five Wells is a Category C prison that is based in Wellingborough. Built in 2022, and costing £253m, this state of the art prison accommodates a male prison population. HMP fivewells are committed to celebrating diversity and promoting equality throughout their services. The prisons aim is to make Five Wells a better place to live, work and visit through collaborative working with third party partners, The MOJ and its surrounding communities.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

li>Teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months
• Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
• Track record of creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners
• Track record of achievement of quality targets
• Track record of producing accurate and timely reports
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and enthuse learners
• Organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and targets
• Positive team working

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
• Significant Pension contributions
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 18/08/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

Are you passionate about education and committed to helping learners unlock their full potential? Are you skilled in Performing Manufacturing Operations with a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of those you teach? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Five Wells, working as a Performing Manufacturing Operations (PMO) Teacher. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours per week.

It is essential that the successful candidate holds the following qualifications in order to assess and evaluate the performance of each learner:

• Vocational qualification in delivery specialism
li>Level 2 qualification in English/maths
• TAQA Assessor award/A1 or equivalent

The successful candidate will deliver training aligned to the Performing Manufacturing Operations (PMO) qualification up to Level 2 (covering woodwork, engineering, manufacturing & warehouse).

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Five Wells is a Category C prison that is based in Wellingborough. Built in 2022, and costing £253m, this state of the art prison accommodates a male prison population. HMP fivewells are committed to celebrating diversity and promoting equality throughout their services. The prisons aim is to make Five Wells a better place to live, work and visit through collaborative working with third party partners, The MOJ and its surrounding communities.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

li>Teaching qualification and where applicable, relevant subject specialist qualification - with a commitment to obtain the outstanding qualification within 12 months
• Level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy
• Track record of creating stimulating, vibrant environments which are conducive to learning and motivational for learners
• Track record of achievement of quality targets
• Track record of producing accurate and timely reports
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and enthuse learners
• Organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet deadlines and targets
• Positive team working

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
• Significant Pension contributions
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 18/08/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!