Senior Operations ManagerGateshead£40,000 per annum plus annual profit-related bonusPermanent ARM are currently recruiting for a Senior Operations Manager to play a significant role in the strategic and day-to-day business delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-standing, family run business, focused on delivering a quality product in a productive and profitable way.The Role:Managing operational requirements in line with business strategy and objectives Management of Quality Assurance System at all levels of the organisation to create awareness and ensure understanding by translating this awareness to common practice Implementing and continually improving ERP system for all business processesSetting and monitoring KPIs throughout the business Leading change initiatives both at the technical and people levels through recommendation of improvements in structure and processes by identifying performance gaps and resolving these with efficient and cost-effective solutionsResponsible for the safety of all employees, their training in safety and for the enforcement of safety programs and policies in line with HSE regulationsRequirements: At least 3 years’ experience in a management role within an engineering/manufacturing environmentStrong knowledge and practical understanding of ISO 9001 Proficient in implementation and use of ERP Systems Strong leadership and team management skills to motivate and develop staff Have a continuous improvement mentality to drive quality improvement throughout the business and promote efficient ways of working Degree-educated or equivalent in Business, Engineering, Materials or Manufacturing based subjectsThis vacancy is being advertised by Advanced Resource Managers. ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.