My client is a leading technology business based in the North East of England. Reporting to the Operations Director, my client seeks a proactive and results-oriented Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on production efficiency, quality leadership, and continuous improvement. About the role The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the end-to-end production and quality functions, ensuring high-performance operations that meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals. Main Responsibilities Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient workflow, resource optimisation, and achievement of production KPIs (output, OEE, downtime, on-time delivery). Drive best practices in production scheduling, capacity planning, and materials flow to support customer demand and inventory control. Directly lead the Quality function, including quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians. Ensure full compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Oversee internal and external audits, corrective and preventive action programs, and quality training initiatives. Drive the implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) that supports operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Champion the use of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles to drive process improvements and waste reduction. Lead and facilitate cross-functional improvement projects focused on yield, cycle time, ..... full job details .....