Job Description
Business Unit Manager – Aerospace ManufacturingLocation: Sheffield Salary: £51,058.62 Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Day shift Verus Recruitment Partners are proud to be supporting a leading aerospace manufacturer in their search for a Business Unit Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership position where you’ll play a pivotal role in driving operational performance, people development, and continuous improvement within a highly regulated and fast-paced environment. The Role:As Business Unit Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations within your production area. You’ll lead your team to deliver against KPIs, maintain a safe and efficient workplace, and ensure high standards of quality, delivery, and cost performance. Key Responsibilities:
* Own and deliver departmental KPIs including output, productivity, and sales
* Execute the Master Production Schedule (MPS) to meet OTIF and monthly targets
* Collaborate with Planning, Quality, and Engineering to manage risks and resolve blockers
* Lead Lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste
* Manage team performance through regular 1:1s, appraisals, and training plans
* Support recruitment and development of staff, maintaining skills matrices
* Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety and quality compliance standards
* Drive communication with internal teams and external customers to ensure schedules are met
* Lead and support risk assessments, accident investigations, and preventative actions
* Work with the Maintenance department to support planned and autonomous maintenance initiatives
What We’re Looking For:
* 5+ years’ management experience in a complex, fast-paced, and regulated manufacturing environment (aerospace or similar)
* Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams
* Track record of delivering operational improvements through Lean/CI initiatives
* Highly organised, analytical, and confident in decision-making
* Six Sigma certified (green belt or above)
What would make you stand out?
* A management qualification
What’s in It for You?
* Competitive salary – £51,058.62
* Free on-site parking
* 185 hours holiday plus bank holidays
* Holiday buy/sell scheme – Flex up to 37 hours annually
* Christmas shutdown
* 5% matched pension
* YuLife© App – Earn rewards for healthy habits, redeemable at top retailers
* 24/7 GP access via YuLife©
* Discounts on gyms, retail, and more through Bravo Benefits
* Westfield Health cover
* Salary sacrifice options (Electric/Hybrid Vehicles & Critical Illness Cover)
* Annual performance-based bonus
* Free Vend Fridays – Hot drinks on the house every week
* Be part of a forward-thinking aerospace business focused on innovation and quality
Interested in Joining a forward-thinking aerospace business that values innovation, performance, and continuous improvement then apply now! Or call for more details.Verus Recruitment Partners are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy and are an Equal Opportunities Employer.Keywords: Business unit manager, Value stream manager, Continuous improvement, Lean, Six sigma, green belt, waste reduction, production manager, CI