Job Description
Your new companyA high-impact leadership opportunity has emerged with a leading UK manufacturer specialising in advanced materials and high-performance component production. Based at a modern facility in Liverpool, this Furnace Manager role offers the chance to lead thermal operations within a pioneering manufacturing environment. Your new roleAs Furnace Manager, you'll be responsible for managing all heat treatment and furnace activities, ensuring optimum performance, quality output, and continuous improvement across thermal processes. Working closely with engineering, maintenance, and production teams, you'll take full ownership of furnace operations and contribute to broader site objectives.You will:
* Oversee day-to-day furnace activities including setup, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting
* Manage schedules, equipment availability and throughput to support production targets
* Ensure adherence to thermal process parameters and quality standards
* Lead and mentor furnace technicians, promoting a safety-first and performance-driven culture
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introduction and process refinement
* Drive improvements in energy efficiency, furnace reliability and process stability
* Maintain accurate records of thermal cycles, temperatures, and outputs in line with audit and compliance requirements
What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you'll need:
* Solid experience managing furnace operations or thermal processes within a manufacturing setting
* A strong understanding of heat treatment techniques and associated metallurgy principles
* Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate a technical team
* Experience working in a high-specification, quality-focused environment
* Strong communication and organisational abilities
* Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma principles is highly desirable.
What you'll get in return
* Leadership opportunity within a growing, future-focused business
* Exposure to cutting-edge materials technology and high-performance production
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Ongoing development within a technically complex environment
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