Operations Manager Dungannon Attractive Package + Benefits Vickerstock are working in close partnership with a long-established and highly respected client within the UK food manufacturing sector to recruit a hands-on and experienced Operations Manager.
This is a key leadership role within a growing and innovative business that has invested heavily in people, products/process and continues to lead the way in its category.
With significant recent investment and a clear focus on sustainability and innovation, they are now seeking a strong operations leader to support the next phase of their growth journey.
Your day to day: As Operations Manager, you will play a central role in leading the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced production facility.
You will drive improvements across cost, quality, and delivery while embedding a culture of ownership, collaboration, and high standards.
Lead and develop production and operational teams, creating a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Ensure site-wide operational efficiency with a focus on cost control, throughput, and performance.
Maintain best-in-class standards in health, safety, and food quality compliance.
Collaborate with senior management to align daily operations with wider business goals.
Own and analyse KPIs to drive performance, problem-solving, and reporting.
Identify areas for improvement and implement practical, scalable solutions.
Your essential ingredients Proven experience in a similar operations/production management role, ideally within food manufacturing or FMCG.
Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and build cross-functional teams.
Understanding of production cost drivers, efficiency metrics, and process optimisation.
Strong knowledge of health & safety, food quality, and industry regulations.
Confident working with stakeholders at all levels from shop floor to boardroom.
What's in it for you? Join a business that's investing in the future from automation to sustainability and new product lines.
Work alongside a passionate leadership team in a values-driven organisation.
Access to genuine career development and progression opportunities.
A competitive salary and benefits package reflective of your experience.
Your next move: Sound like the career move you've been after and would like to hear more, pick up the phone to Paul now on T, or send an updated CV - in Word format - via the link on the page.
If this opportunity doesn't quite get the taste buds flowing but like me you are passionate about food, let's get a chat and see how I can help grow your career.
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Skills: Operations Manager People Management Continuous Improvement KPI Food Quality