Head of Operations

Michael Page • Skelmersdale, Lancashire • Posted June 08, 2026

About the Role

Head of Operations Role with a growing manufacturing company. Site Leadership role based in Skelmersdale.

Client Details

Our client is a growing, well established industrial manufacturing company who are currently recruiting a Head of Operations in Skelmersdale

Description

o Provide clear day to day direction for the site aligning to the annual plan and 5 year strategy.

o Develop and implement manufacturing strategies aligned with company objectives including overseeing CAPEX investment.

o Develop a culture on site of can-do attitude and profitable growth.

o Drive operational excellence and cost optimisation initiatives.

o Oversee production, operational planning, scheduling, engineering and resource allocation.

o Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards including maintaining all professional memberships

o Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions and recovery plans where there are gaps.