Assistant Operations Manager

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant Operations Manager to lead a small on‑site manufacturing team producing high‑performance components for demanding engineering customers. This hands‑on role is suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, precision‑driven environment and has a strong track record of delivering operational excellence.

The Assistant Operations Manager – Motorsport Manufacturing will:

• Lead, motivate, and manage a small operations team to deliver high‑quality products on time.
• Oversee daily manufacturing activities including scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation.
• Maintain and improve operational processes to drive efficiency, quality, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Build strong customer relationships, ensuring requirements are clearly understood and consistently met.
• Monitor key performance metrics, identify risks, and implement timely corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and operational performance.

The Assistant Operations Manager – Motorsport Manufacturing will have:

• Proven experience within manufacturing operations management (motorsport, automotive, or precision engineering preferred)
• Strong leadership experience managing small on‑site teams.
• Excellent problem‑solving, organisational, and communication skills.
• Good understanding of lean manufacturing, process optimisation, and quality systems.
• Experience managing customer relationships in high‑pressure technical environments.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing.
• Experience with CNC machining, assembly, or motorsport component production.
• Familiarity with motorsport industry standards and expectations.

If you’re a hands‑on Operations Engineer with a passion for high‑performance engineering and driving team excellence, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or get in touch to find out more about this opportunity.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hayes

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-03-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English