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Job Title: Operations Director

Salary: £To Attract The Best

Location: North England

Reference: J7229

Our client is a market-leading manufacturing business within the print sector, operating one of the region’s most impressive large-scale production facilities. With a substantial workforce, significant investment in technology and innovation, and an expansive factory footprint, the business has built a reputation for delivering high-quality printed products at scale to an enviable customer base across the UK and beyond.

As part of an exciting phase of growth and operational transformation, they are now seeking an exceptional Operations Director to take full responsibility for driving manufacturing performance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the site. This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded operations professional who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments and is passionate about building high-performing teams.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the operation, leading large production teams across a complex, high-volume manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for maximising productivity, improving efficiencies, enhancing quality standards, and ensuring the operation continues to perform at world-class levels. This role requires a visible and inspiring leader who can engage teams at every level while delivering measurable operational improvements across the business.

A strong background in lean manufacturing is essential. Our client is looking for someone who has successfully embedded lean principles within large-scale manufacturing operations and can demonstrate a track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives that have delivered tangible commercial results. Experience within print or packaging is a must.

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful and forward-thinking manufacturer at a pivotal time in its journey. The business offers the scale, investment, and ambition to match the calibre of individual they are seeking, alongside the chance to make a genuine impact within a major production operation.

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Contact: George Thompson

Telephone: 0160 687 0017

Categories: Featured, Print, Director Level, North West, North East


Our client is a market-leading manufacturing business within the print sector, operating one of the region’s most impressive large-scale production facilities. With a substantial workforce, significant investment in technology and innovation, and an expansive factory footprint, the business has built a reputation for delivering high-quality printed products at scale to an enviable customer base across the UK and beyond.

As part of an exciting phase of growth and operational transformation, they are now seeking an exceptional Operations Director to take full responsibility for driving manufacturing performance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across the site. This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded operations professional who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments and is passionate about building high-performing teams.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the operation, leading large production teams across a complex, high-volume manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for maximising productivity, improving efficiencies, enhancing quality standards, and ensuring the operation continues to perform at world-class levels. This role requires a visible and inspiring leader who can engage teams at every level while delivering measurable operational improvements across the business.

A strong background in lean manufacturing is essential. Our client is looking for someone who has successfully embedded lean principles within large-scale manufacturing operations and can demonstrate a track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives that have delivered tangible commercial results. Experience within print or packaging is a must.

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful and forward-thinking manufacturer at a pivotal time in its journey. The business offers the scale, investment, and ambition to match the calibre of individual they are seeking, alongside the chance to make a genuine impact within a major production operation.

Similar jobs we handle:

Print Production Director

Print General Manager

Print Managing Director

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