Chief Operating Officer – Group Operations

Chief Operating Officer - Group Operations

EMS, Electronics Manufacturer, PCB Assembly 

UK Based (Sites in England, Scotland and Ireland) 

Competitive Salary Plus Car Allowance, Bonus and Benefits  

Are you a forward-thinking Chief Operating Officer (COO) who can lead multi-site locations seeking the challenge of working with a scaling, private equity-backed EMS group with an ambition to double in size over the next 3 - 5 years across multiple UK and Ireland sites.

If yes, this position could be for you!! We are seeking a hand on, experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) who has a track record in taking full ownership of Group Operations — driving performance, standardisation and integration across a multi-site manufacturing environment.

The role of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be to:

• Take full accountability for operational performance across all sites
• Lead and develop Plant Managers and core functions (production, engineering, quality, HSE)
• Drive on-time delivery, efficiency, quality and EBITDA improvement
• Implement KPI-led performance management and operational discipline
• Establish “gold standard” processes across the Group
• Lead integration of acquisitions and support ongoing growth

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) with need:

• Proven multi-site manufacturing leadership (£50m+ scale)
• Strong EMS / electronics manufacturing background (PCB assembly preferred)
• Track record of improving shop floor performance and operational KPIs
• Experience in PE-backed or high-growth environments is a plus
• Hands-on, commercially sharp, and execution-focused

As a Chief Operating Officer (COO) why would this role be of interest?

• Key leadership role in a high-growth, PE-backed business
• Real influence on operational strategy and performance
• Opportunity to build a best-in-class manufacturing platform
• Strong career upside linked to growth and value creation

Would you be interested in a confidential discussion? 

If this position is of interest and you have expertise and experience in leading multi-site manufacturing operations within the EMS, Electronic and/or PCB manufacturing arena, having taken business operations through scale up and growth, then I would like to hear from you.

The successful candidate will play a central role in shaping the operational platform of the business and will gain exposure to private equity growth strategies. For the right individual who has a track record as a Chief Operating Officer (COO), there may be opportunities for long-term progression and participation in value creation initiatives.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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