Operations Manager Manufacturing

Operations Manager - Manufacturing (Windows & Doors)

📍 South Yorkshire

💼 Full-Time | Permanent

💰 Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus + Benefits

A well-established and growing business within the window, door and renewable sector is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead its manufacturing function.

This is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing production, logistics, quality control, and continuous improvement across a busy manufacturing facility. The role requires a strong operational mindset, commercial awareness, and proven experience within the fenestration or home improvement manufacturing environment.

Reporting to senior leadership, the Operations Manager will take full responsibility for the day-to-day performance and long-term efficiency of the manufacturing operation.

• Overseeing production across uPVC and/or aluminium window and door manufacturing
• Managing production planning to meet installation schedules and customer demand
• Driving operational efficiency, productivity, and cost control
• Implementing and monitoring KPIs across output, quality, waste, and labour
• Leading and developing production managers, supervisors, and shop floor teams
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and regulatory standards
• Managing stock control, procurement coordination, and supplier performance
• Reducing wastage and improving workflow through lean manufacturing principles
• Collaborating with sales, installation, and commercial teams to ensure seamless delivery

We are seeking a strong operational leader with proven experience within window and door manufacturing.

• Extensive experience in a manufacturing leadership role within the fenestration sector
• Strong technical understanding of uPVC and/or aluminium fabrication processes
• Experience managing production teams in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrable success improving efficiency, output, and quality standards
• Knowledge of production software and order processing systems
• Strong financial and commercial awareness
• Excellent leadership and people management skills

• Competitive salary package
• Bonus schemes
• Long-term career progression within a growing organisation

This is a key strategic appointment suited to an experienced Operations or Production Manager ready to take full ownership of a manufacturing operation within a dynamic and expanding business.