Full job descriptionReed 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 opportunities
About 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 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