Manufacturing Operations Director

Manufacturing Operations Director - Mid Cornwall - Circa: £115,000 (Neg) + Exceptional bonus scheme + enhanced benefits package + relocation support (where required)This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations at a high-quality industrial equipment manufacturer. The ideal candidate will be an experienced people manager with strong technical and commercial acumen, capable of leading a complex manufacturing facility and a motivated team.The role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and benefits, with relocation support if needed. The position is based in Cornwall, on a site that emphasizes quality, customer satisfaction, and employee wellbeing.Key responsibilities include:Managing all aspects of manufacturing controls to ensure efficiency and customer satisfactionDesigning and implementing process improvements and cost controls, with PandL responsibilityEnsuring high-quality standards and regulatory compliance in value stream activitiesLeading and developing a large team of direct and indirect reportsPromoting health and safety policies across the siteCollaborating with sales, marketing, and customer support teams, representing the company to major clientsAnalyzing tooling effectiveness and waste reduction strategiesProviding site performance reports, budgets, forecasts, and cost control updatesTraveling nationally and internationally as requiredCandidate requirements:Business or engineering degreeAt least three years of recent experience in a similar manufacturing or engineering leadership roleStrong leadership, mentorship, and team development skillsExpertise in lean manufacturing, tooling, equipment, mechanics, and value streamsExcellent commercial awareness, including PandL, budgets, and forecastingProficient in IT tools such as MS Office and digital manufacturing systemsThe recruitment process is managed by Well Placed HR in collaboration with Trial Balance Consulting. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly, as there is no fixed closing date. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement before interviews.For more details, please contact Alex Callister or Carly Kellow quoting reference ..... full job details .....