Interim Operations Manager

Interim Operations Manager - the typical role for an Interim Operations Manager can vary from business to business.

It may be the case that the Interim is brought in to keep the business operating at a consistent level whilst other members of staff are away from the business, or it may be the case that they are required to turn a business around and create a profitable, successful Manufacturing site.

Operations roles can be general or can be focused on a particular area. In different companies an Interim Operations Manager can be called an Interim Manufacturing Manager or an Interim Production Manager.

Being an Interim Operations Manager within a food and drinks manufacturer can cast a wide net. The main thing to remember in all of this is that as an Interim candidate you are sought after for your skill set and past achievements. As an Interim Operations Manager you need to be able to bring knowledge into the new role whether you are the Interim Production Manager reporting to the Factory Manager or the Interim Manufacturing Manager reporting to the General Manager. You will need to have experience in implementing processes that improve efficiency, and will need to be able to implement these as quickly - you really do need to be able to hit the ground running.

As an Interim Operations Manager, what is your role likely to include?

• Production - being responsible for the factory and what it is producing and at what rate.
• KPI's - Waste, Labour, Efficiency etc
• Man/employee management
• Lean Manufacturing techniques
• Specialised knowledge of particular product categories / Production lines

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