ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

Operations Manager

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Lisburn • United Kingdom

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AssemblyERP

About the role

  • Lead and transform the company’s operational functions, including factory production, resource and project planning, continuous improvement, procurement, and site installation teams.
  • Develop and execute an operations strategy that delivers major improvements in productivity, throughput, cost efficiency, and customer service.
  • Manage labor utilization, resource allocation, and daily/weekly production scheduling.
  • Lead the Continuous Improvement roadmap to deliver waste reduction, lean flow, reduced takt time, OEE, SMED, and data visibility and reporting.
  • Oversee procurement strategy to reduce material costs as a percentage of sales and secure a reliable supply chain.
  • Ensure a safety-first culture across all operational teams, ensuring compliance with all safety legislation, risk assessments, machine guarding, and safe systems of work.

Requirements

  • Significant experience in an operations, production, or manufacturing management role within doors, construction products, or engineered components.
  • Proven track record of managing factory operations, including production planning, procurement, workflow optimization, labor allocation, and output performance to budget.
  • Experience overseeing teams across manufacturing, assembly, CNC machining, finishing, and quality control.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver OTIF (On Time In Full) performance in a fast-paced, custom build manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production reporting tools.
  • Strong understanding of door manufacturing processes (timber, steel, aluminum), door set assembly, tolerances, and hardware integration.
  • Experience working with main contractors, certification bodies, or external auditors.
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 45001, or similar quality and safety systems.
Benefits
  • A competitive salary and incentive scheme.
  • Agile and innovative working environment.
  • Motivated and encouraging team around you.
  • Stable employment in a friendly international atmosphere.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
operations strategyproduction planningprocurementworkflow optimizationlabor allocationcontinuous improvementlean flowOEESMEDdata visibility
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationteam managementproblem-solvingstrategic thinkingorganizational skillscustomer service orientationsafety culture promotion
Certifications
ISO 9001ISO 45001