Hours:
* Monday to Friday / Day shift / Flexibility may be required depending on production demands
Pay Rate:
* From £45,000 per annum (Salary may be negotiable depending on experience)
Job Duties:
* Oversee the day-to-day running of a busy steel manufacturing facility
* Plan and schedule work across each manufacturing team to ensure production targets and KPIs are achieved
* Communicate production lead times and any delivery changes to sales, purchasing and business support teams
* Order raw materials, stock and consumables
* Set and maintain minimum and maximum stock levels
* Approve goods received into stock and maintain overall stock accuracy
* Investigate stock discrepancies and arrange regular stock checks
* Oversee dispatch operations, safe loading and cost-effective delivery arrangements
* Approve credit notes relating to returns or agreed cost reductions
* Take responsibility for machinery condition, servicing and maintenance
* Support engineering teams with new product introduction, compliance and testing
* Arrange stock transfers and external haulage when required
* Oversee company drivers and ensure transport compliance, including tachograph requirements
* Assist with recruitment, performance management and disciplinary procedures alongside Group HR
* Ensure site health and safety procedures, security arrangements and company policies are followed
* Act as the main operational contact for order updates, lead times, product queries and pricing information
* Maintain a visible and hands-on presence across the shop floor
Requirements:
* Previous experience working as a Works Manager, Production Manager or Manufacturing Manager (preferably within heavy steel manufacturing)
* Confident managing KPIs, costs, deadlines and production performance
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Proactive, practical and able to resolve operational issues quickly
If interested, please apply below, or call a member of our team at IRS Dudley
Salary description
£45000.00 - £45000.00 per year