Reed Engineering & Manufacturing are working with fast growing Engineering & Manufacturing company
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager (Melting) to lead a Melting department within a well-established manufacturing environment.
This is a key leadership role with full responsibility for departmental performance across safety, people, quality, delivery, and cost, offering the opportunity to drive operational excellence and develop a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop a team, driving performance, engagement, and succession planning
Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all HSE standards
Deliver improvements in productivity, efficiency, and operational performance
Manage quality standards, audits, and continuous improvement activities
Collaborate with planning and supply chain teams to maintain production flow
Control departmental budgets and identify cost-saving opportunitiesAbout You
Proven experience in manufacturing or process-led environments
Strong leadership and people management skills
Experience driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives
Commercially aware with experience managing costs and performance
Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma methodologies (desirable)
Experience within a melting, forging, casting, steel manufacturing or heat treatment (hot working) background would be highly advantageous, although other Manufacturing industries may be considered.What's on Offer
Senior leadership role with high autonomy
Opportunity to lead a critical production function
Work within a performance-focused, continuous improvement environment
Up to 15% bonus - paid quarterly
Pension & Healthcare