Manager Operation jobs in United Kingdom

Senior Director of Operations – Lead operations across three North American manufacturing sites to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability.

Location: Newport, VT (regular travel to Portsmouth, NH & Marlborough, MA). Position also posted for Portsmouth, NH with 50% travel to Newport.

Galvion is a mission-driven company focused on providing advanced head systems and power/data management solutions for modern warfighters and tactical operators worldwide.

• Lead operations across three North American manufacturing sites.
• Oversee and execute Galvion’s operational strategy alongside site operations leadership.
• Build and mentor high-performing site teams while driving measurable impact on growth, efficiency, and profitability.
• Play a central role in ensuring Galvion continues to exceed customer expectations while scaling for sustained growth.

• Provide clear leadership and direction to site leaders and teams to achieve production and operational goals.
• Partner with site leadership to implement Galvion’s operational vision and strategy.
• Identify, drive, and measure continuous improvement actions and lean initiatives.
• Lead advanced manufacturing practices across all sites through development of a Galvion manufacturing group.
• Oversee and lead necessary improvements to meet Operational KPIs and financial targets.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, and Product Development.
• Leverage ERP systems (Syteline) to maximize operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, regulatory requirements, and import/export laws.

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering (required) and MBA or equivalent (required).
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, ideally at the Director level in a multi‑site operation.
• Experience leading a manufacturing engineering team with success in new product introduction and measurable continuous improvement.
• Proven success in identifying and leading manufacturing improvement.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to coach, mentor, and build teams.
• Experience driving lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Financial and strategic acumen with the ability to identify and deliver cost improvements working hands‑on with site personnel.
• ERP expertise (Syteline or similar), plus strong analytical and data‑driven decision‑making skills.
• Aerospace & Defense or precision manufacturing experience preferred.
• Military experience a plus.
• Regular travel to other Galvion sites (MA & NH).
• This is an onsite role – remote candidates will not be considered.

• Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a mission‑driven, fast‑growing company.
• Grow into an executive role with clear visibility across the leadership team.
• Lead transformation and innovation in support of those who serve on the front lines.
• Be part of a collaborative, high‑performance culture that values innovation, accountability, and excellence.

Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.