Operations Manager
Location: Runcorn, Cheshire
Salary: £42,500 per year (starting salary)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm
Hunters 4 Staff are recruiting an experienced Operations Manager for a well‑established manufacturer and supplier of high‑quality door components. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor while also shaping the wider operational strategy of a growing business.
You'll take full ownership of production and operational performance, leading teams, improving processes, and ensuring the factory runs safely, efficiently, and to consistently high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all operational and production activity to meet business, quality, and financial targets
- Provide strong, hands‑on leadership on the shop floor, managing workflow and people day to day
- Drive continuous improvement across production, efficiency, waste reduction, and quality
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety, quality, and industry standards
- Support new product development by planning resources, costs, and operational readiness
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors
What We're Looking For
- At least 5 years' experience in an operations or production management role
- Background within the door industry or a closely related manufacturing environment
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage teams
- Commercial awareness with experience working to budgets and performance targets
- Confident, practical, and comfortable operating at senior level
What's on Offer
- Salary of £42,500 per year
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional days after 5 and 10 years' service
- Life insurance from day one
- Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
- Free health & wellbeing portal
- On‑site parking
- Stable, growing business with long‑term opportunity
This role is easily commutable from Widnes, Warrington, St Helens, Liverpool, and Ellesmere Port. Similar roles include Production Manager, Factory Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or Operations Lead.
If you're an experienced, hands‑on leader who enjoys making a real impact on the shop floor and beyond, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and we'll guide you through the process.
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