Ethero
Published
November 27, 2025
Location
Shepshed, United Kingdom
Category
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Description

Unlock Your Potential as an Operations Manager of Recycling Operations

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for driving efficiency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement? This role as an Operations Manager could be your next career milestone. Located in the heart of Loughborough, this position offers a dynamic environment where your skills and expertise will be pivotal in shaping the future of a state-of-the-art recycling facility.

Why This Role Stands Out:

- Impactful Leadership: Lead a dedicated team of Operatives, Maintenance, and Contractors, ensuring the facility operates safely, efficiently, and productively.
- Innovative Environment: Oversee the development and continual improvement of new granulation plant equipment and machinery, driving innovation and operational excellence.
- Professional Growth: Engage in a role that demands strategic planning, problem-solving, and hands-on management, providing ample opportunities for professional development.
- Collaborative Culture: Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, working closely with the General Manager and Directors to implement best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

- Promote and ensure the effectiveness of company HSE and operational directives, maintaining staff competencies and necessary training.
- Develop and implement operational strategies to meet production targets and improve plant performance.
- Lead, mentor, and develop plant personnel, fostering a culture of safety and teamwork.
- Coordinate forward planning with the Weighbridge Operator & Site Manager regarding incoming materials.
- Manage site maintenance and engineering teams to ensure proper functioning and upkeep of plant equipment.
- Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate a preventive maintenance programme.
- Prepare regular reports on operational performance, productivity, and improvement initiatives.

What You Bring:

- Proven experience as an Operations Manager, Plant Manager, or similar role in a manufacturing, recycling, or processing environment.
- Strong leadership and people management skills with experience managing small to mid-sized teams.
- Solid understanding of production processes, preferably in metal recycling, granulation, or related industries.
- Ability to work hands-on and adapt in a fast-paced, startup environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Mechanical aptitude and experience working with industrial equipment is a plus.

This role offers a salary between £50,000 & £60,000 depending on experience

Ideal candidates will reside within a commutable distance and reside in the Loughborough, Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Ashby de la Zouch, Burton on Trent, Coalville areas

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