Marshalls plc
Manufacturing Operations Manager
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Operations Manager
Mells, Somerset, United Kingdom
Highly competitive salary plus benefits
40 hour per week, Monday to Friday
34 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Our Vision
Our vision is to Create Better Places and Futures for Everyone; Socially, Environmentally and Economically. For us, these aren't words on paper. This is our powerful and purposeful statement that guides our actions and ignites a passion in every one of us. We've been paving the way since 1890. Our passion for our products and customers has made us a Superbrand that is synonymous with quality; supplying prestigious landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, while also caring for the environment and communities in which we operate.
About Us
Marshalls Civils and Drainage takes pride in crafting cutting-edge drainage solutions and versatile civil engineering products. A well-known companion in building a resilient, watertight foundation. Proudly a part of Marshalls plc, the UK's leading supplier of hard landscaping, building, and roofing products. Join us as we embark on a journey of innovation and excellence, where your contributions will play a vital role in building a sustainable tomorrow.
Our Mells site is central to this success, defined by a fantastic team and a commitment to high standards. We're now looking for an inspiring, forward-thinking Operations Manager to join our site leadership team and help us in driving this successful manufacturing site into its next chapter.
The Mission
So what's the mission?
Working in partnership with the Site Operations Manager, you'll focus on driving site operational activities, compliance, SHEQ, and continuous improvement. Leading from the front, you will balance strategic planning with site-wide engagement, analysing production processes to streamline efficiency and elevate standards.
Your real impact will be on our culture. We're looking for someone who can develop a performance driven environment centred on ownership, accountability, and transparency. To achieve this, you'll engage the hearts and minds of our colleagues, inspiring a proactive, safety-first mindset across the site. Through consistent coaching and mentoring, you'll ensure our people feel supported and empowered to develop.
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Key Requirements
You'll bring a track record of leadership from a fast-paced manufacturing background. You understand that excellent operational metrics are built on great relationships, combining technical competence and compliance with a natural, engaging communication style. You are someone who knows how to manage change effectively and bring diverse teams along with you.
Mission-Critical Skills
- At least two years of experience leading teams within a medium to large, automated industrial manufacturing environment, ideally with a proven track record of working effectively within a unionised setting
- A thorough understanding of safety, quality, and best practice housekeeping standards, with an IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate being highly desirable
- Experience managing budgets, CAPEX programmes, and delivering capital projects successfully
- The ability to use data, analytical skills, and a strong understanding of OEE to drive informed decisions and track performance
- An agile approach to work in an environment where timebound targets set to meet the needs of the business and customers is the norm
- A collaborative and proactive leadership style, with the ability to communicate across all levels, resolve issues constructively, and build customer confidence
- Experience with lean manufacturing techniques, such as DMAIC, would be a significant bonus
- IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate is desirable
Benefits
What's in it for you?
This isn't just a job; it is a genuine opportunity to make your mark, take the next step in your career, and join our industry-leading company. We offer a highly supportive environment where new ideas are welcomed, giving you the backing to learn, grow, and achieve your long-term ambitions. If you are looking for a meaningful career move with a company that invests in your future, we would love to welcome you to the team. Find out more about working at Marshalls here: www.marshalls.co.uk/careers
Benefits Include:
- 34 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Guaranteed Christmas holidays
- Private medical insurance (single cover)
- 5% employer matched pension scheme
- Development opportunities
- Healthcare cash plan - support with dental, optical, prescription costs and many more
- Family leave policies (Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption) available from your very first day of employment
- Employee discount on Marshalls & Marley products
- Marshalls Wellbeing Centre - move, money & mind
- Cycle to work scheme
- Retailer discounts
- Share purchase scheme
- Life assurance
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More About Marshalls
Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Landscape Products, Building Products, and Roofing Products.
Landscape Products
Marshalls Landscape Products stands out as the leading UK manufacturer of high-quality natural stone and innovative concrete hard landscaping products. We cater to the construction, home improvement, and landscape markets, offering superior solutions.
Building Products
Marshalls Building Products serves as a reliable supplier of concrete drainage products, concrete bricks, ready-to-use mortars, and aggregates.
Roofing Products
Marley Roofing Products is recognised as a leader in the manufacturing and supply of pitched roofing systems. Our product range includes clay and concrete tiles, timber battens, roof-integrated solar solutions, and various roofing accessories.
Although divisional, we work as one Marshalls team. We're particularly proud to have paved every location on the Monopoly Board! To find out more about Marshalls please visit our website: www.marshalls.co.uk
Equal Opportunities
Whoever you are and whatever your background, you'll find a fair and supportive workplace. You're unique and we want you to bring every part of who you are to work, every day.
We're committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral, or ethical necessity - it's the right thing to do! We want our team to reflect the diverse nature of society and the communities we serve.
Marshalls is a workplace where you're valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself!
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