Operations Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are partnered with a global metal processing business who are seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager to lead and manage the day-to-day operations across 3 of their facilities, overseeing a combined operations and maintenance team of around 25 staff. Location: Sheffield Salary: Up to £55,000 plus discretionary bonus Key Responsibilities of the Operations Manager include: Manage, mentor, and develop operations and maintenance teams across all three sites to ensure high performance, engagement, and accountability Drive a positive culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement Oversee all metal processing activities across the three facilities, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and delivery schedules are consistently met Oversee maintenance planning and equipment reliability alongside production output, ensuring downtime is minimised and assets are well maintained Set and monitor weekly production plans and collaborate with sales teams to ensure customer needs are met Maintain a strong shopfloor presence across all sites to monitor performance, resolve issues, and support team needs Identify and implement lean manufacturing practices (5S, waste elimination, value stream mapping, etc.) to improve efficiency and reduce costs Champion continuous improvement initiatives and foster a culture of innovation Manage multiple priorities simultaneously across a multi-site, deadline-driven environment We''re looking ..... full job details .....