Operations Manager – Gesipa
Location: Keighley
Company: Gesipa – Part of SFS Group
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Gesipa is a recognised leader in high-volume automotive fastener manufacturing and forms part of the SFS Group, a global organisation operating across a broad range of sectors including automotive, construction, electronics, and industrial solutions. Being part of SFS gives Gesipa the strength, stability, and international reach of a world-class group while maintaining the agility and innovation of a specialist manufacturer.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams, and help shape the future of our manufacturing capability.
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing operational strategies that support our growth ambitions, exceed customer expectations, and embed sustainability into everything we do. You’ll lead day-to-day operations while keeping a strategic eye on long-term objectives, ensuring our teams deliver high-quality products safely, efficiently, and on time.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic leader with a passion for continuous improvement and a proven track record in volume manufacturing.
Key Objectives
Location: Keighley
Company: Gesipa – Part of SFS Group
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Gesipa is a recognised leader in high-volume automotive fastener manufacturing and forms part of the SFS Group, a global organisation operating across a broad range of sectors including automotive, construction, electronics, and industrial solutions. Being part of SFS gives Gesipa the strength, stability, and international reach of a world-class group while maintaining the agility and innovation of a specialist manufacturer.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams, and help shape the future of our manufacturing capability.
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing operational strategies that support our growth ambitions, exceed customer expectations, and embed sustainability into everything we do. You’ll lead day-to-day operations while keeping a strategic eye on long-term objectives, ensuring our teams deliver high-quality products safely, efficiently, and on time.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic leader with a passion for continuous improvement and a proven track record in volume manufacturing.
Key Objectives
- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with company growth, customer needs, and sustainability goals.
- Translate business strategy into clear operational plans with measurable outcomes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance, quality, and efficiency.
- Oversee daily operations while maintaining a strategic, long-term perspective.
- Champion a culture of collaboration, learning, accountability, and engagement.
- Monitor and report on KPIs to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Ensure timely, high-quality product delivery within budget and above customer expectations.
- Lead compliance with HSE, regulatory, and quality standards, promoting a proactive quality-first mindset.
- Integrate sustainability principles into operational practices.
Your Tasks
- Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing operations team in a safe, positive, and productive environment.
- Design and optimise processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen operational resilience.
- Take full ownership of operational performance, ensuring consistent delivery against objectives.
- Build strong cross-functional relationships to support seamless achievement of company goals.
- Set clear objectives for teams and individuals, supporting growth and development.
- Identify skills gaps, deliver targeted training, and create career development opportunities.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure continuity, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Monitor operational budgets, controlling costs while maximising productivity and ROI.
- Communicate openly across all levels, reinforcing company vision, values, and priorities.
Your profile
- Proven track record of achievement in volume manufacturing.
- Demonstrated success leading change and embedding continuous improvement.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma desirable).
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate, empower, and inspire.
- Resilient, adaptable, and driven, with the energy to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Commercially aware with experience managing budgets and operational costs.
- Strong strategic and analytical thinker, confident using data to drive decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- SAP experience is essential.
We offer
- Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option
- Company car
- Private healthcare
- Performance bonus
- Profit share bonus
- Healthcare cash plan
- Life assurance
- Enhanced holiday pay
- 26 days annual holiday + UK bank holidays
- Holiday purchase scheme
Have we sparked your interest?
Why Join Gesipa and SFS Group?
If you’re an experienced operations leader ready to make a significant impact in a high-volume manufacturing environment, we’d welcome your application. Apply now and take the next step in your career with Gesipa.
- Be part of a global organisation with strong market presence across multiple sectors.
- Lead meaningful change and shape the future of our operational capability.
- Work in a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Benefit from opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth within both Gesipa and the wider SFS Group.
If you’re an experienced operations leader ready to make a significant impact in a high-volume manufacturing environment, we’d welcome your application. Apply now and take the next step in your career with Gesipa.
