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Operations Supervisor

Halifax
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  • Permanent / Full Time

Operations Supervisor
Elland | Full-time | Permanent

  • Are you ready to lead a team and ensure operational excellence?
  • Do you have experience driving compliance and efficiency?
  • Can you manage fast-paced operations with confidence?
We are looking to recruit an Operations Supervisor on behalf of our client in Elland. This role will suit someone with strong leadership skills and a background in operations, manufacturing or logistics, who thrives on ensuring safety, quality and performance standards are met.
 
What you'll be doing
  • Oversee day-to-day warehouse and laboratory operations including goods-in, sample processing, packing, dispatch and stock management.
  • Supervise and motivate operational teams, ensuring high standards of safety, efficiency and quality.
  • Maintain compliance with Health & Safety and environmental regulations (including COSHH, COMAH and PPE).
  • Monitor workflows to ensure timely completion of client orders.
  • Act as the link between operational teams and senior management, providing regular progress updates.
  • Implement process improvements and drive continuous development across the site.
 
What we're looking for
 
Essential:
  • Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Good IT literacy with the ability to manage workflow and reporting systems.
  • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
Desirable:
  • Experience with stock and order management systems.
  • Understanding of Health & Safety regulations (COSHH, COMAH).
  • Background in chemical, manufacturing or FMCG sectors.
 
What's on offer
  • Competitive salary
  • Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell scheme.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Hybrid working options.
  • Ongoing professional development and training.
  • Mental health and wellbeing support, including access to free therapy.
  • Active physical wellbeing initiatives and team challenges.
 
About the Company
Our client provides a complete solution to product sampling and logistics, working closely with customers in the chemical industry to deliver efficient and compliant sampling campaigns. They are part of a wider group with a global footprint and a collaborative culture that values innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement.
 
 
How to apply:
Please apply with an up-to-date CV highlighting your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
 
If shortlisted, our client will contact you to discuss the role and your experience further.
 
 
Key Appointments UK Ltd will assess your suitability for the role based on the information contained in your CV and application. This includes skills, experience, education, and location.
 
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Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful. We will endeavour to provide an outcome as soon as possible.
 

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