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Job Description
SGF Global is hiring a hands-on Head of Operations for a manufacturing company serving industrial B2B customers.
This is a highly operational, site-based role with strong involvement in production, logistics, customers, and day-to-day problem solving.
The role is ideal for an experienced Operations / Plant / Manufacturing Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being close to the floor and the customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day manufacturing and operational activities with a strong hands-on approach
- Manage production and logistics teams, primarily shop-floor employees
- Work closely with industrial customers, ensuring responsiveness and fast issue resolution
- Own operational KPIs and drive continuous improvement
- Take responsibility for operational financial performance, including cost control and efficiency
- Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to support production needs
- Act as a key problem-solver across operations, customers, and supply chain
- Maintain high availability and close involvement in daily operations
Requirements
- Proven operational leadership experience in a manufacturing environment – mandatory
- Background as an Operations Manager / Plant Manager / Manufacturing Manager
- Strong understanding of production, logistics, and industrial customers
- Experience managing KPIs and operational metrics
- Hands-on, solution-oriented, and highly available leadership style