Operations Manager

Operations Manager – UK wide Juice Manufacturer - £70,000 to £90,000

My client is one of the UK’s leading juice producers, known for an incredible range of products and RTDs that genuinely stand out. They’ve been at the top of the category for years, using innovative manufacturing to deliver better, more natural nutrition and the last decade has seen them go from strength to strength.

They’re now looking for an Operations Manager to take ownership of the warehouse and bring energy, structure, and momentum to the operation. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives on organisation, enjoys improving how things run and can lead from the front in a fast-paced environment.

What the Operations Manager Role Offers:

Competitive salary DOEOpportunity to take ownership of line performance and drive measurable factory improvements  Autonomy to lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement lasting changeFast-paced environment with strong investment in equipment and process improvement

The Operations Manager Key Responsibilities:

Own line availability, performance, and reliability across the factoryLead end-to-end delivery of new equipment projectsEnsure new lines achieve target throughput, yield, and reliabilityDrive line availability and improve Overall Equipment EffectivenessLead root cause analysis on downtime  Deliver structured improvement projects to eliminate losses and bottlenecksCollaborate with Engineering on planned maintenance (PPM), reliability, and permanent fixesImprove changeovers, start-ups and line balanceDefine, track and report on performance and project KPIs

The Operations Manager Key Requirements:

Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or similar)Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering and/or operations roleStrong track record of delivering capital projects and commissioning new equipmentExperience within FMCG, food & beverage or other high-speed manufacturing environmentsDeep understanding of OEE, downtime analysis, and reliability engineering principlesHands-on approach with the ability to solve problems on the factory floorStrong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across functions and suppliersData-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action

If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Rupert at COREcruitmentor call 0207 790 2666.