Contact Gary Thompson | 028 2563 1555 | [email protected]
Operations Manager - Magherafelt - Permanent
Riada are delighted to be partnering with a highly innovative, multi award-winning manufacturing business with a strong international presence to recruit an experienced Operations Manager for their Magherafelt facility.
With continued investment, ambitious growth plans and a strong people-focused culture, the business is now seeking a senior operations leader to help drive the next phase of development.
You will play a pivotal role in leading operational performance across production, quality, supply chain, facilities and continuous improvement, ensuring operational strategy is aligned with customer demand, business growth and long-term performance objectives.
The Role:
- c£60,000 per annum
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Company pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Company events
- Referral programme
- Free on-site parking
- Casual dress
This role requires a strong operational leader who can combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, while leading and developing high-performing teams across multiple functions. Key responsibilities will include:
• Lead and oversee daily operations across production, quality, supply chain, facilities and project execution
• Drive operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support and develop operational teams to create a high-performing and engaged workforce
• Ensure production targets, efficiency and quality standards are consistently achieved
• Promote and maintain a strong safety-first culture across all operational activities
• Collaborate with commercial and technical teams to support business growth and customer delivery
• Oversee resource planning, operational capacity and supply chain performance
• Ensure compliance with all relevant HSE, ISO and quality standards
• Support the development and execution of long-term operational strategies
What We’re Looking For:
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a manufacturing leadership role
• Strong experience driving Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Proven leadership experience across operational functions such as production, quality, supply chain or maintenance
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and people leadership capability
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious operations professional to join an established and growing business where they can make a genuine impact within a progressive, innovative manufacturing environment.
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you! Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply – we may have other suitable roles for you. Apply online, email [email protected] or call Gary on 028 2563 1555 to find out more.
Riada Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer.