Operations ManagerLocation: Northamptonshire The COMPANYOur client is an independent company who have carved themselves a niche supplying/designing powertrain components (exhausts, and other specialist Automotive components) to OE Automotive customers. Their reputation and expertise is such that many of the most prestigious manufactures utilise their services. We are proud to be an integral part of our client''s continuing success which has resulted in a bulging order book and a recent expansion to a new purpose designed production facility. The company are proud to have received the Queens Award for Enterprise.The ROLEThe Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the manufacturing business. This is an all encompassing genuine Operations Manager position - As such you will have Key Responsibilities for; Production and Manufacturing Planning and Scheduling Purchasing and Supply Chain Warehouse Facilities and Maintenance Health, Safety and Compliance Continuous Improvement Leadership and People ManagementThe CANDIDATE Proven experience in an Operations Manager/Production Manager/Manufacturing Manager position Automotive background Strong knowledge of production planning and supply chain processes. Experience managing multiple departments and supervisors. NEBOSH qualification. Strong leadership and people management skills. The PackageIn return our client offers; Depending on Experience salary Company Pension Scheme 25 days holiday + Bank ..... full job details .....