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Handley James Chemical is partnered with a global refrigerant gas business, one of the biggest in Europe, to source an experienced Operations Manager to join their team in Northampton and lead the site. The purpose of the role will be to manage the cylinder testing and inspection facility located at the Northampton site, managing the safe and efficient operation of the site to required regulatory standards. You will lead a team of 10-15 individuals across the site.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the senior management representative on siteTo liaise with Operations Director, Maintenance Manager, SHEQ Manager and Purchasing & Accounts teams to ensure the smooth operation of the site.Ensure site safety policies and activities are maintained to required standardsTo maintain all inspection and testing records in compliance with relevant ISO standards and in line with the Quality Management System.Act as senior Technical Manager for the site - Making final decisions on testing and inspection issues.Liaise with supplier and service providers to ensure premises and equipment are maintained in accordance with manufacturers guidelines.Senior day to day manager on site.Site SafetySite Quality ManagementResponsibility for all ISO Tank receipts, site movements 'storage and dispatch activitiesCylinder receipt, test and inspection activities.Shot blastingCylinder paintingCandidate RequirementsDegree or equivalent vocational experience / qualification in engineering/manufacturing etc.Proven leadership experience within a process manufacturing and/or regulated environment, Proven experience managing within a Technical / Quality Control sphere.A strong people leader with experience mentoring, coaching and developing teams.This role will suit an existing Production/Operations Manager who has strong leadership experience with the ability to influence and develop a positive change culture.In return our client is offering a salary of c50,000 - 60,000pa depending on experience, bonus and benefits.If this role is of interest please click the link to apply or contact Stuart Tomkinson directly.