Operations Manager

Reporting into the Director of Operations, this is a pivotal leadership opportunity to take overall operational ownership of Mirus’ manufacturing facility at a critical stage of growth.

As Operations Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the effective operation and development of the factory, encompassing Production, Warehouse and Manufacturing Engineering. You will lead and develop the management structure across these functions, ensuring they work together effectively to deliver safety, quality, cost, delivery and performance objectives.

The role will play a key part in scaling the business towards a high-volume aircraft interiors manufacturing environment. You will have the autonomy to shape and develop the operational organisation, implement lean methodologies, improve manufacturing capability, and drive a culture of continuous improvement.

We are looking for a hands-on, commercially aware and results-driven operational leader with experience in serial production manufacturing, ideally within aerospace, automotive or a similarly demanding regulated environment. You will be comfortable leading through growth and change, developing high-performing teams to deliver operational excellence.

• Own overall operational performance of the manufacturing facility, ensuring the business consistently delivers safely, on time, to the required standards and in line with customer and business expectations.
• Provide leadership across Production, Warehouse and Manufacturing Engineering, establishing clear accountability, performance standards, KPIs and effective cross-functional working.
• Develop and implement the operational strategy required to support business growth, including the transition to a high-volume manufacturing environment and the alignment of people, capacity, equipment, facilities and processes with future demand.
• Drive a culture of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement across the operation, embedding SQCDP, visual management, 5S, structured problem solving and standardised processes to improve productivity, quality, delivery and efficiency.
• Support the leads in the operational management team, including Production, Warehouse and Manufacturing Engineering, ensuring appropriate structures, resources, capability and succession plans are in place to support current and future requirements.
• Ensure effective operational representation throughout NPI/NPD and engineering change programmes, supporting production readiness, capacity planning, manufacturing capability and successful product introduction.
• Maintain the highest standards of quality, compliance, health and safety and operational discipline, ensuring adherence to aerospace, customer, regulatory and company requirements and promoting a strong right-first-time culture.
• Manage operational budgets, resources and investment, ensuring commercially sound decisions and providing clear reporting on performance, capacity, risks, resource requirements and improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with the wider leadership team to shape and deliver the company’s manufacturing and operational strategy, providing insight and ensuring the organisation has the capability, capacity and infrastructure required for sustainable growth.

To help Mirus continue its journey of growth, you will bring significant experience leading operations within a demanding manufacturing environment along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

• Demonstrable experience in a senior production or operations leadership role within a serial production manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple operational functions, ideally including Production, Warehouse/Logistics and Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience leading and developing management teams and larger operational workforces.
• Experience gained within aerospace, automotive, first-tier supply, or a similarly complex and regulated manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrable experience implementing and working within a Lean manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity planning, material flow and operational performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex operational issues using structured methodologies.
• Experience managing departmental budgets and operational resources.
• Understanding of ERP, MRP systems.
• Strong understanding of NPI/NPD and the requirements for successful product introduction into manufacturing

 Desirable

• Engineering-biased HNC/HND or equivalent experience.
• Degree-level qualification.
• Aerospace Production Organisation experience and knowledge of aviation interiors quality and procedural requirements.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• IOSH Managing Safely or higher.
• Previous experience as a nominated EASA Form 4 – POA holder.

Personal skills / attributes

• Strong and credible leadership skills, with the ability to lead through significant growth and organisational change.
• Highly organised, commercially aware and results-driven.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions and at all levels of the organisation.
• High level of personal accountability with a strong bias for action.
• Ability to develop people, build effective management teams and create a culture of ownership.
• Structured and analytical approach to problem solving and decision making.
• Approachable, pragmatic and willing to be hands-on when required.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, challenging and continuously changing environment.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a clear focus on the wider business objectives.
• Commitment to the values of Mirus and to creating a high-performing and positive working environment. 

Be eligible to work in the UK, comfortable commuting or being based in Hingham, Norfolk and work flexible hours required

We really want to hear from you, so don’t miss your opportunity to join our community of passionate and exceptional people who challenge the accepted norm! Once you apply, your CV will be held on our central database.  Please do let us know if you do not wish for us to retain your details.  If your application is successful, you will be contacted in due course.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be a part of a company that values your skills and contributions, we encourage you to apply for our Operations Manager position.  Come on a journey with us and be part of making a positive and impactful difference! 

Please kindly note, at this moment in time we are respectfully not engaging with any agencies for our roles.

Founded in 2015, Mirus Aircraft Seating Ltd has grown rapidly to become a leading aircraft seating OEM, with operations in the UK, Malaysia and China.   We seek excellence at every step, from conception to delivery and beyond.

We believe form, function, innovation, sustainability, and the best possible passenger experience are all mutual cornerstones of success when putting pen to paper on a new design and delivering to our airline customers.

Along with our proven record of delivering large and small scale OEM and airline retrofit programs to some of the biggest names in the industry, we are committed to bringing the highest quality seating and unparalleled service to our customers.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• • Enhanced company pension. Up to 8% contribution (4% employee/ 4% employer)
  • 25 days annual leave with an additional day off on your birthday, plus bank holidays
  • Option to buy one week’s additional annual leave each year
  • Agile working. Flexible start and finish
  • Early finish on a Friday
  • Full company Christmas shut down
  • Training and development
  • Generous family friendly benefits
  • SimplyHealth (covers opticians, dental and GP)
  • Events planned throughout the year
  • Refer a friend scheme
  • Long service award