Operations Manager (Castings)

We are recruiting for an Operations Manager to join an established Manufacturing business based in the Worcester area. The Operations Manager will work across two sites in a foundry environment providing hands on leadership, planning and coordinating activities ensuring that the production/quality of products meets requirements. This will be a hands on visible role ensuring all activities are performed in line with Operational procedures,

As the Operations Manager you will be required too :

* Ensure all activities are carried out in line with operational procedures

* Work to achieve agreed monthly business plan

* Assist the works manager with production, processing plans and strategies

* Ensure that all foundry operations are operated safely and efficiently

* Ensure that all plant/equipment is used safely

* Coordinate activities to drive improved OEE on all key plant

* Identify and reduce root causes of downtime on equipment

* Ensure that machine, plant and equipment are maintained to required standards

* Drive forward a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements:

* Previous Operations experience in a Manufacturing environment

* A good knowledge of continuous improvement

* Experience of identifying and reducing root causes of any issues

* Able to influence change and drive improvement

* Experience and knowledge of maintaining health & safety

* Ideally from a Castings/Foundry background

If you would be interested in the position of Operations Manager please apply now and we will be in touch shortly.