Operations Manager
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Operations Manager
Howdens are recruiting an experienced Operations Manager to join our manufacturing site in Runcorn Cheshire. Withsignificantinvestment underway to expand and upgrade our Operations its a great time to come on board and be part of our exciting growth journey. This is a permanent position offering a unique opportunity to drive and influence positive change across our FTSE100 organisation.
Reporting to the Business Unit Manager you will be responsible for managing and motivating your team to ensure targets are met in line with the requiredhealth and safety quality cost delivery and people metrics to support all of the production processes. A natural leader you will ensure your team is welldirected and will lead them effectively through regular communication training and development.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive Salary and up to 15 annual company bonus
- Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12
- 25 days holiday bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
- Free daily lunch at our onsite canteen
- Share save scheme
- Staff discount on Howdens products
Shift Pattern:
- 6am2pm 2pm10pm10pm6am
- 2 direct reports 60 indirect
As a Shift Operations Manager you will be a confident decision maker with a proven track record of implementing continuous improvement into a manufacturing environment.
The role:
- Ensuring the efficient safe receipt storage manufacture and despatch of raw materials and finished goods to enable the business to meet volume requirements
- Formulating annual labour models and budgets to secure the resources necessary to achieve our agreed strategy
- Routinely monitoring and managing the completion and effectiveness of our compliance activities in line with the policies procedures and control plans
- Liaising with the planning function and departmental operations managers to ensure service priorities are delivered
- Developing and managing the people plan to create an adaptive and proactive team promoting clear and effective communications at all levels where business priorities are understood
- Liaising with key internal stakeholders including manufacturing support functions Planning Engineering Warehousing Transport and other supply chain operations to maintain positive relationships and achieve exceptional service levels
- Recruiting motivating engaging and developing employees to maintain an effective workplace capable of meeting its objectives and a strong positive culture in line with our values
What youll need:
- Experience working in a leadership role within a manufacturing or supply chain environment with multiple production lines
- An inspirational and engaging management style with the confidence to communicate our vision and values
- Experience and knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques and a track record of driving improvement and efficiencies in a fastpaced environment
- The ability to remain calm and under pressure in a deadlinefocusedenvironmentand able to adapt tothe changing demands of the business
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is the UKs number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens joinery and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe and employ more than 11000 year our sales reached over 2.3bn and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
As well as the opportunity to develop within a highprofile company you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in theBest Big Companies to Work For.
How to apply:
We are building a future where worldclass service innovation and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career then we are keen to hear from you.
We are working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process please email with the job title and location and we will be happy to help you.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
