Foundry Operations Manager (Furnaces / Castings)

Foundry Operations Manager (Furnaces / Castings)

£55,000 – £60,000 + Progression + Training + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday + 1 Day Up To 30 Days + Company Bonus + Benefits

Dudley

Are you an experienced Foundry or Melting professional looking to take ownership of a critical manufacturing department within a long-established and highly invested UK foundry operation?

Do you have experience leading furnace operations, improving efficiencies and driving quality standards within a heavy manufacturing or castings environment?

The company are one of the UK’s most respected cast iron manufacturers, with a heritage dating back to 1920. Operating from the heart of the West Midlands, the company has built a reputation for high-quality grey and ductile iron castings, continuous investment and advanced manufacturing capability.

Backed by significant investment in modern foundry technology and automated moulding facilities, the company continues to support customers across a wide range of engineering and industrial sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Melting Manager to take full responsibility for melting operations, leading a skilled team while driving quality, efficiency and continuous improvement across the department.

The Role:

• Lead and manage all melting department activities across cupola and electric furnace operations
• Plan, organise and oversee furnace charging and melting activities to meet production requirements
• Ensure all metal produced meets required grade specifications and quality standards
• Authorise release of melts in line with Atas profiles and operating specifications
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste and optimise output quality
• Monitor and control departmental costs including labour and overtime

The Person:

• Experience within foundry, melting or heavy manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of furnace operations, metal grades and process control

Job Reference: BBBH25458

Key words: Foundry, Furnace, Operations, Melting, Manager, Team Leader, Supervisor, Managerial, Manufacturing, Cast Iron, Engineering, Engineer, Dudley, Birmingham, West Midlands

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

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