Manchester Operations Manager
Core
Lead production and maintenance functions to ensure manufacturing output, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency in an industrial cable facility.
Role type
Senior Operations Manager (Manufacturing)
Builds
Underground/submarine cables, optical fibers, copper cables, and connectivity systems for power transmission, distribution, and telecommunications.
Domain
Industrial Manufacturing (Energy & Telecom Cables)
Deliverable
production features
Required skills
Production operations leadership, equipment reliability management, lean manufacturing, cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, safety compliance, data analysis
Preferred skills
Six Sigma, ERP systems, CMMS platforms, cable/wire industry experience
Technologies
ERP systems, CMMS platforms
Responsibilities
Lead and manage production teams to execute manufacturing schedules; oversee maintenance activities and develop preventative/predictive programs; align maintenance schedules with production priorities; lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and costs; ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership