Operations Manager

Operations Manager / Operations Cell Manager Job Title: Operations Manager / Operations Cell Manager Location: Derby Shifts: Monday - Thursday 08.00 – 5pm/ Friday – 08.00am – 2.30pm Salary: Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits TXM Recruit are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a long-established, multi-divisional engineering business based in Derby. Established in 1973, our client has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions and is now looking for an experienced and motivated Operations Manager / Operations Cell Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving safety, quality, team performance, and continuous improvement. The Opportunity As Operations Manager / Operations Cell Manager, you will take ownership of a key operational area, leading a skilled team to ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll play a central role in developing team capability, improving operational performance, and fostering a positive, safety-first culture across the business. This role would suit someone with strong leadership experience within engineering or manufacturing who enjoys problem-solving, process improvement, and developing high-performing teams. Key Responsibilities * Lead and promote a strong health & safety culture across your operational area * Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and operational procedures, including PUWER - Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations and LOLER - Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations * Drive operational performance, ensuring on-time delivery and exceptional product quality * Lead daily production meetings, manage workflow, and coordinate team activities * Develop and mentor team members, ensuring training and competency requirements are met * Work collaboratively with Purchasing and other departments to maintain production flow and material availability * Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction * Manage employee performance, attendance, and conduct in line with company policies * Build strong working relationships across the wider business to support operational success What We’re Looking For Essential Skills & Experience * Previous experience within engineering or manufacturing * Proven experience leading teams in a fast-paced production environment * Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles * Strong organisational and prioritisation skills * Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities * Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities * Structured problem-solving experience (8D or similar methodologies) * High attention to detail and a proactive mindset Desirable * Lean / Process Excellence qualification (Green Belt or Black Belt) * Experience within the Rail or HVAC sectors * Full UK driving licence What’s On Offer? * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Additional celebration day * Company pension scheme * Profit Share Scheme * Ongoing training and development opportunities * Employee Assistance Programme * Free on-site parking * Early finish every Friday