Operations Manager Coatings / Manufacturing Location: Kettering Salary: £60,000 £70,000 per annum + quarterly performance bonuses of £3,000 £5,000 per quarter, depending on personal and company performance Contract: Permanent, Full-Time An established specialist coatings manufacturer is looking to appoint an experienced Operations Manager to support the continued development, performance and future leadership of the business. This position would suit a commercially aware, hands-on operations professional with a strong background in manufacturing, production management and team leadership. Experience gained within industrial coatings, powder coating, surface treatment, finishing, paint, chemicals, materials processing or a closely related manufacturing environment would be particularly relevant. The business is entering an important stage in its long-term planning, and this role offers more than a standard Operations Manager position. The successful applicant will be developed into a key senior figure within the company, with a realistic route towards Director / Board-level responsibility over the next few years. The Role You will take responsibility for the smooth running of operational activity across the site, ensuring production, people, processes and resources are aligned to meet customer demand and business targets. This will include leading teams, improving operational performance, supporting production planning, managing site resources and ensuring the business continu