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Our client is a one of the UK's leading engineering firms looking for an experienced Operations/Production Manager (with a strong background in welding and fabrication) to lead and support a skilled team of engineers and technicians within a fast-growing, dynamic organisation.
A pivotal leadership role where you will work to optimise shop floor performance, enhance processes, and contribute to continued growth of the business.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding and fabrication and excel in fast-paced manufacturing environment driving operational efficiency and delivering exceptional customer outcomes . A strategic, hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence and a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Permanent on-site Coventry - Hours of work 7:30am - 4pm Mon - Thurs & 7:30am -3pm Fri
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with Senior Managers to align operational and production activities, ensuring seamless integration and optimal efficiency across departments.
- Lead the planning and execution of all projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Conduct comprehensive technical contract reviews, ensuring all customer requirements and specifications are clearly understood, communicated, and met.
- Drive continuous improvement in laser cutting, fabrication, and associated manufacturing processes, with a focus on improving efficiency, enhancing quality, and reducing operational costs.
- Act as a key point of contact for customers, managing relationships, resolving issues proactively, and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Oversee production scheduling, ensuring all work is prioritised and planned effectively to meet delivery deadlines.
- Manage and oversee specific project work packages, ensuring clear coordination between departments and timely execution.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience
- Proven experience as an Operations / Production Manager within an engineering environment, predominantly within Welding/ Fabrication/ Laser cutting
- Knowledge of engineering processes
- Detailed understanding of engineering drawings
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- An energetic, outgoing and confident manner with natural leadership ability and a "hands-on" approach
Company Benefits
- Excellent Annual Company profit share scheme
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Free car parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Employee benefit loan scheme
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