Operations Manager
Universal Business Team
| Company | Universal Business Team |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Shrewsbury |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 13 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (workable) |
Description
Description We are working with a very well established, family run SME based in Shrewsbury . They are the market leader for technical innovations, and they are world renowned for high quality. They operate within large scale product manufacturing such as Tanks and Valve chambers. In a period of fast growth, they now require an Operations Manager to oversee all production and operational activities within their manufacturing facility. This role involves managing the complete operations process from drawing work, raw material storage, component manufacture, assembly, and quality assurance to ensure high-quality, consistent, and market leading products. Your role will focus on operational excellence, efficiency, and strict compliance with quality standards which they are renowned for. We are looking for a hands-on leader, who is happy to get their hands dirty for the good of the team! You will also assist them in setting up their recently acquired new site which is just across the road from their current site. Key Responsibilities Production & Operations Management · Workflow Supervision: Plan, organize, and supervise daily manufacturing and assembly operations and the team leaders who lead their respective areas. · Scheduling: Optimize production schedules to meet customer demand and project delivery timelines. · Resource Efficiency: Ensure efficient utilization of materials, labor, and equipment to maximize yield and minimize waste while upholding unassailable quality. · Process Improvement: Implement Lean, 5S, and Kaizen methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime and increase output. · Customer Co-ordination: Meeting promised lead-times and ensuring this is coordinated with the customer to ensure Operational Excellence. 2. Quality & Safety Compliance · Regulatory Standards: Maintain full compliance with very high-quality standards and all health and safety standards and laws. · Product Integrity: Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure all products meet technical specifications, build quality and appearance standards to allow us to provide our market leading 25 Year Tank Shell Warranty. · Monitoring: Track critical control points, including fabrication tolerances, standard manufacturing processes, and controls. · Corrective Actions: Lead investigations and implement corrective actions for any non-conformances or product deviations. · Ensure a tidy, organised and professional workplace 3. Manufacturing Process Oversight · End-to-End Management: Oversee raw material intake, component manufacturing, final assembly operations, all the way through to delivery. Within the operations process, detailed CAD Drawings are required and will also need your oversight. · Traceability: Maintain full traceability from raw materials to the finished product. · R&D Collaboration: Work closely with product development teams to maintain consistency across different product lines and improve manufacturing systems and processes. 4. People & Leadership · Team Development: Lead, train, and mentor production and operation teams to build a world class operations team that master ambitious operational goals. · Co-ordinating all areas of the operations team to ensure a harmonious outcome for the customer, right from drawing work, through purchasing, production and transport. · Culture: Promote a st
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