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Date Added: Fri 11/04/2025

Operations Manager

Edinburgh, UK
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Company: MICHAEL PAGE SCOTLAND

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: Salary negotiable

The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our clients mill operations, optimising production, ensuring quality and safety standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. With a focus on driving efficiency and sustainability.

Client Details

Our client is a large organisation within the FMCG sector, renowned for its innovative approach to sustainable solutions. With a global presence, they are a significant player in their sector, providing essential resources to a wide range of industries.

Description

  • This role will primarily be responsible for leading the Production, Engineering and Transport teams to drive consistently excellent performance in Safety, Quality, Service and Cost.
  • You will ensure customer focus and partner with key stakeholders to address breakdowns or interruptions to production to minimise downtime.
  • Ensure quality standards are met consistently.
  • Lead and inspire a diverse team including production, engineering and transport and support staff
  • Collaborate with other departments to align operations with overall business goals.
  • Comply with all industry regulations and company policies.
  • Report on mill performance and productivity.
  • Manage budget and resources effectively.

Profile

A successful Operations Manager should have:

  • Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field would be beneficial however not essential.
  • Sound knowledge of safety protocols and regulations in a manufacturing / production environment.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
  • Knowledge of industry regulations and standards.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary range around £60-68k.
  • Generous holiday entitlement of 33 days.
  • Challenging and rewarding role with scope for professional development.
  • The unique chance to contribute to sustainable and efficient operations.

If you are a driven and experienced Operations Manager, looking for a new challenge in the Edinburgh area, we would love to hear from you. Apply now for this exciting opportunity.

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