Elevation Recruitment Group
Location
Blackburn, Lancashire | United Kingdom
Job description
Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnered with a leading Aerospace manufacturer in the appointment of an Operations Director, to join the board and lead a multi–site complex manufacturing and machining operation.
Reporting directly to the CEO the Operations Director is part of the executive management team and is required to have a strategic appreciation of the business as well as a detailed understanding of operational issues.
The role covers planning and scheduling, production control, longer term horizon planning through sales and operational planning cycle, talent management, and has direct responsibility for asset care and facilities management.
Although It is not essential to have direct experience of the manufacturing processes utilised within the company, an exposure to precision machining practices elsewhere is desirable. Day to day supervision, of the production area is provided through 3 production leaders.
The ongoing development of the ERP system is important for maximising effectiveness and visual management for material flow and product tracking; the role will have responsibility for the generation of data on which to base business and day to day decisions.Annual budgets are prepared from sales forecasts and monitored monthly. Responsible for ensuring all functions meet the budget/forecast targets and seeking opportunities for ongoing cost efficiencies wherever possible.
The key performance indicators for this position are: –Background & Experience:
Good interpersonal skills able to relate well to colleagues and customers.
This position offers significant potential for development and advancement, with the opportunity to also lead international sites moving forward, with full P&L responsibilities based on performance and demonstrated leadership capabilities.Job tags
Salary
£80k - £90k per annum
