Operations Manager

Be You - Our people create our best Plexus.

Ingrained in our culture of inclusion is the philosophy that each individual offers diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that create great outcomes when we are united as a team.

We embrace the differences of all our colleagues, celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups and candidates, regardless of their background. We are proud to be registered as the Disability Confident committed employer, and we recruit purely on the basis of skills and experience. 

Who we are and what we do? 

We help our customers deliver products to the world which have a profound impact on people’s lives. 
From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in-flight Wi-Fi, we help create products that build a better world.
We’re a global team of experts who partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.

Whether you’re looking to start, change, or advance your career find your path at Plexus and leave your mark on the world with us.

We are looking for a motivated Manufacturing Operations Leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction and who will contribute greatly to our exciting journey of growth and success.

As a key member of our team, you will:

• Develop, lead, and motivate a high-performing team, identifying and nurturing talent, and strengthening succession plans.
• Provide leadership in implement manufacturing and operational strategies, focusing on quality, delivery, revenue, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage and maintain key customer relationships, working closely with Customer Management to drive P&L management and secure future growth opportunities.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and quality within the manufacturing operations.
• Serve as a Customer Interface, establishing executive-level relationships and becoming an expert in the customer and respective market sector.
• Optimize labour contribution to achieve customer deliveries and overall organizational goals.
• Ensure adherence to procedures, work instructions, and assembly build instructions, while driving sustained quality improvements.
• Leverage and implement best practices for operations across the UK region.

Skills & Experience required:

• Previous leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in the EMS sector or closely related industries (Electronics, Aerospace, Defense, Medical Devices, etc.).
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to provide guidance and direction to the management team.
• Customer-focused mindset, with the ability to influence and effectively implement customer strategies.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical related field of study.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

Plexus is a global organization, whose headquarters are located in the United States and whose services are offered through its international affiliates. In order to meet the needs of its Customers, many of which are also international organizations, Plexus operates under a matrix organizational structure whereby employees are expected to interact with colleagues, managers and senior leadership in any of our international locations. Therefore, although the position described herein is offered by Plexus Corp (UK) Limited, the services of the employee are rendered in a global or group-wide context.

For additional information on Plexus’ international locations, please visit https://www.plexus.com/en-us/about/locations.

Why you will love it? 

At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication, and teamwork. Our employees work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries – helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world. 

At Plexus, you will find:

• A workplace centered on collaboration and integrity

• Supportive leadership teams that value work-life balance through a flexible work environment

• An inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise

• Flexible career paths across a variety of disciplines

• Innovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology that improves lives

• Through our commitment to local community involvement we encourage our employees to participate in outreach activities with charities, local Schools, Universities, and Colleges and to promote careers in the STEM fields

Additionally, when you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution, so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer:

• Bespoke development plan

• Online learning and formal development programs

• Full-time, permanent employment contract

• Enhanced pension contributions

• 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) 

• Paid family leave

• Private medical insurance

• Group income protection insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme 

• Cycle to work scheme

• Volunteer time off

• Flexible Hybrid Working Available (role dependent)

• Life assurance

• Occupational health

• Vision care discounts

• Discount schemes 

• Company sick pay scheme 

• Onsite gym/ discounted gym 

Application Process

We don’t look for culture fit, but culture add. We value all the perspectives our team brings to the table, and we want to hear from YOU. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.