Operations Director Swindon

A great opportunity for an Operations Director has arisen with manufacturing company based in Swindon. The company serve into multiple industries; they are a wellrespected company within the industry.Responsible for overseeing the production of materials and manufacturing products, through monitoring existing processes, analysing their effectiveness and creating strategies to improve productivity and efficiency.DescriptionDevelop and implement a costeffective and appropriate operating environment; and where necessary introduce lean manufacturing principles.Create a valueadding regime of key performance indicators for the site to drive high quality products delivered on time.Define, implement & review appropriate operating procedures and principles across the business to maximise efficiency, product quality and on time delivery.Maintain a culture of teamwork, resilience and high performance to maximise employee potential.Develop a culture of continuous improvement and value adding where required.Management of production facility and a team of direct and indirect employees.Ensure the quality department provide an effective service to both customer requirements and internal support with the technical functions of the operational business unit.Maintain an effective planning and logistic function to support the demands of the customers and the production value streams within the business unit.Manage and mentor an effective lean and cost down function within the business unit that delivers a progressive and structured return in Quality, Cost and Delivery.Skill set needed:Manufacturing/Engineering knowledge teamed with industry and operational knowledge.P+L experience.Leadership and people management experience.Degree/HNC in Engineering desirable or qualified by experience.If you are interested in this role, please email me with an up to date CV and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Advertised through Zoek 42910.