Based in Edinburgh, our client requires an Operations Manager for a permanent role for a fast growing business within the FMCG industry. This role is Monday to Friday dayshift position.The Candidate:Previous experience in an Operations Manager role within the food/drink/FMCG industry beneficialExperience of delivering on KPI''sHigh level of professional/specialist technical knowledge in manufacturingSuccessful application of continuous improvement techniques (ie Lean projects) would be beneficial as would green/black belt qualificationThe role:Assess the current capabilities of the production facility including people, processes and systems.After an initial hands-on approach to gain a full appreciation of the environment you will then begin implementing an agreed strategy with the Operations Director for short and medium terms improvements, ensuring delivery as sustained success.Developing a culture of continuous business improvement including setting and driving quality improvements and standards, championing HandS, ISO Quality, and Lean Manufacturing initiativesSetting clear goals for productivity and product quality, and successfully delivering on themOversee product flow and implement new processes as required to improve efficiency and growth