Operations Manager

Müller UK & Ireland is a proud member of the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Müller, employing over 31,000 people across Europe. In the UK, we develop, manufacture, and market a diverse range of branded and private label dairy products sourced from 1,300 dedicated farmers. Our products are a staple in households, consistently ranking among the top 20 in The Grocer's Top 100 list of Britain's Biggest Brands.

Our divisions include:

• Müller Milk & Ingredients: Aiming to be Britain's private label dairy leader, producing fresh milk, cream, butter, and more.
• Müller Yogurt & Desserts: The UK's leading yogurt manufacturer, home to beloved brands like Müller Corner, Müllerlight, and Müller Rice.

Position: Operations Manager
Location: Skelmersdale
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are on the lookout for a dynamic Operations Manager to lead our Skelmersdale site through an exciting period of transformation and growth. This is a pivotal role with significant visibility across the business, offering you the chance to build a strong profile within Müller and advance into senior leadership.

This is not just a step-up role; we need someone with proven leadership presence, pace, and credibility. If you thrive in a high-performance culture and have a track record of executing change through others, we want to hear from you!

To succeed, you must:

• Operate at a senior level with experience in leading complex operations.
• Demonstrate leadership presence, commanding respect and building trust across all levels.
• Make quick, effective decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Drive change through others, embedding accountability and coaching teams.
• Deliver measurable improvements and transform performance.

• Lead and execute the site operations strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Drive operational KPIs including OEE, cost, quality, and service.
• Inspire and develop high-performing teams through coaching and structured performance management.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and regulatory standards.
• Champion continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause methodologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver site-wide transformation and contribute to group-level initiatives.

• Proven leadership experience in FMCG manufacturing or a similarly demanding environment.
• A strong presence with the ability to influence and challenge constructively.
• Experience leading change and delivering results through teams.
• A technical or operational background with knowledge of CI tools (Lean, Six Sigma).
• A mindset focused on pace, accountability, and progression.

Skelmersdale is a site in the spotlight, offering you the chance to make a real impact and shape the future of operations at Müller. For the right person, this role is a launchpad for further progression!

• Up to 15% annual bonus
• Company car / car allowance of £550 per month
• Career development opportunities
• Onsite parking
• Access to Müller rewards for savings across retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension plan - matching up to 8%
• Health care cover for yourself and a partner
• 4 x life assurance
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Grocery aid support
• And much more!

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us at Müller and be part of something great!