Operations Director

Operations Director

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. As one of the leading manufacturers in producing high performance, high‑quality RF products for use in today’s modern technology world, Teledyne Microwave is focused on hiring the best available talent that fits with our culture and direction. At Teledyne Microwave UK (a business unit of Teledyne Aerospace & Defence Electronics UK), our mission is to enable our customers to make the world safer, more secure and better connected.

We are a world leader in the design, manufacture and support of Radio Frequency (RF) technology with unrivalled RF & microwave application knowledge, creating innovative solutions for the most challenging applications.

If successful, you will be given the opportunity to develop your skills in a low‑volume technology manufacturing environment, where you can make a real difference by utilising your own operational expertise and people skills to deliver on a business that is growing and highly regarded within the industry. Working alongside a wealth of internal company knowledge and experience, you will bring a fresh perspective to lead on all operational aspects of our Shipley site.

You will build on our current success by leading the operations teams while also working with our wider business team to give our customers the best possible service and meet the business goals & strategies, ensuring our product continues to be ‘Everywhere You Look’.

As Operations Director, you will be accountable for all operations aspects of this manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient and cost‑effective production while maintaining quality standards and safety regulations. This role involves strategic thinking, budget management, and leadership of our Shipley Operations team to achieve TMUK goals. You will have full operations responsibility in TMUK Shipley, reporting to the General Manager for TMUK sites in Shipley, Lincoln and Presteigne.

• Review, develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company objectives, contributing to the overall growth and profit of TMUK.
• Oversee the site delivery, from raw materials to finished goods, ensuring quality, efficiency and customer on‑time delivery.
• Control operational budgets, ensuring resources are used effectively to deliver improved margins.
• Lead a motivated team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment, implementing and enforcing safety policies and procedures, and adhering to regulation.
• Identify areas for improvement in operational processes, implementing changes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee stock, inventory levels and payment terms, ensuring optimal levels to support production whilst managing a cash position.
• Work company‑wide to ensure a smooth operational delivery to external and internal customers.
• Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess operational health and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee strategic procurement direction to ensure timely delivery of quality materials and services.
• Be an active and contributing member of our TMUK Senior Leadership Team, continuing our journey to double in size over 5‑years.

• Ideally have experience working within the Defence Engineering or Electronics industries.
• Senior Operations Management and Leadership experience preferably within a technology/engineering manufacturing environment.
• Experience of working within a project‑driven environment.
• Tangible experience of delivering results in high‑pressure manufacturing environments.
• Have a strong customer…