Melting Operations Manager
Sheffield
£53,000 + Bonus
Shillito Group are recruiting for a Melting Operations Manager to join a well established manufacturing business based in Sheffield. This is a senior leadership role within a heavy manufacturing environment, responsible for leading departmental operations, driving performance, and managing production teams within a fast paced operation.
The business is looking for someone with strong manufacturing leadership experience, a hands on approach, and the ability to drive safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance across the department.
The Role
Lead and manage day to day melting and production operations
Drive safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing performance
Manage, motivate, and develop production teams
Ensure production targets and operational KPIs are achieved
Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives across the department
Work closely with production, engineering, quality, and planning teams
Support production scheduling, workflow, and operational planning
Ensure compliance with health & safety and manufacturing standards
Manage staffing, training, performance, and team development
Maintain high standards of housekeeping and operational discipline across the department
What We're Looking For
Previous management experience within manufacturing, heavy engineering, or industrial production
Strong leadership and people management skills
Experience working within fast-paced manufacturing environments
Good understanding of production, operational, and quality processes
Strong communication and problem solving ability
Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
Hands on approach with a strong operational mindsetDesirable:
Engineering or manufacturing qualification
Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience
Experience managing teams within heavy industrial or metallurgical environments
The Package
£53,000 salary
Bonus scheme
Long term progression opportunities
Stable and well-established manufacturing business
Monday Friday working pattern
Supportive senior leadership team
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