Operations ManagerThompson Aero Seating Ltd • Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Operations Manager

Thompson Aero Seating Ltd

Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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The post holder will be responsible for playing a pivotal role in streamlining and enhancing our operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day activities, driving process improvements, and ensuring the overall success of production and project delivery. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of operational management. Responsibilities Lead and oversee all aspects of daily operations, including manufacturing, assembly, stores production planning, and project execution, inclusive of NPI and Aftermarket Implement strategies to optimise efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall operational performance Focus on waste reduction & the eradication of non-value-added activities. Developing and acting upon plans to facilitate process improvement. Monitoring & improving cost-productivity measures & operational improvements through increased efficiencies & performance Support, coach and develop the Operations team in all aspects of their roles to create and deploy a dynamic, high performing and efficient team Focus on delivery for our customers across all revenue steams (NPI, Serial, Aftermarket) both internally and externally Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement lean methodologies to enhance productivity and reduce lead times Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives Analyse capacity within production, continually review processes and implement actions to maximize capacity and efficiency Develop an improvement culture' with your dedicated operations team Work closely with the Quality department to ensure that products meet or exceed quality standards Implement and maintain quality control measures within the production processes Efficiently allocate resources, including manpower, equipment, and materials, to meet production goals and customer requirements Collaborate with the HR department for workforce planning and development Collaborate with the supply chain team to optimise the supply chain delivery, ensuring timely procurement of materials and components Establish strong relationships with internal supply chain and logistics departments Implement and monitor safety protocols to create a secure working environment Promote a 'Safety First' Culture by ensuring that the site is meeting appropriate HSE and ISO14001 standards and is legally compliant Contribute to the development and execution of long-term operational strategies aligned with organisational goals Reward Competitive salary Annual bonus (linked to company performance) 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service) 37.5 hours per week Flexi time working £5,000 employee referral bonus Health cash plan Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay IVF & Assisted Conception Policy Women in Business - Corporate Member Wellbeing Initiatives Employee Recognition scheme Service Awards Local charity / sponsorship activities Dedicated employee parking Discounted Gym membership Learning and development opportunities Career progression Requirements Essential Minimum of one years' management experience having full responsibility of a business function/unit Demonstrate in-depth working knowledge of lean, CI techniques and process improvement projects Effective motivational, coordination, and communication skills - both verbal and written Proven change management experience Experienced leader with strong record of hiring, training, and leading many direct & indirect reports and production staff Proven ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative to achieve targets Possess strong IT skills including Microsoft Office applications Experience working with customers, regulators, and suppliers Desirable Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in engineering or manufacturing ILM Qualification Working knowledge of Airbus and/or Boeing systems and processes Understanding of NPI process and procedures utilised with TAS We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting. Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer. The closing date for applications is the 15th February 2026 at 17:00. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.

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