Operations Manager

Operations ManagerSouth Wales 65,000- 70,000 Yolk Recruitment is supporting an established and respected manufacturing business in South Wales in their search for an Operations Manager.This is a great opportunity to join a stable business that values continuous improvement and invests in its people, equipment, and processes. The company supplies custom and standard products across a range of industries and operates from a clean, modern site with a strong, collaborative team culture.As Operations Manager, you''ll be responsible for:Leading and managing manufacturing, maintenance, and logistics teamsOverseeing operational activities to achieve quality, cost, and delivery targetsDriving lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement projectsManaging budgets and resource planning to optimise efficiencyEnsuring compliance with relevant legislative and industry standardsCollaborating with HR, Finance, and Operations functionsThe experience you''ll bring to the role:Proven background leading manufacturing functions, ideally in SME or metal processing environmentsStrong leadership and team development skillsPractical, hands-on approach to problem-solving and changeGood commercial and financial acumenEngineering or technical qualifications advantageous but not essentialAnd this is what you''ll get in return: 65,000 - 70,000 annual salary4.5% matched pension schemePrivate medical insurance23 days holiday (rising with service) plus bank holidaysSupportive and family-style ..... full job details .....