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Rautomead, based in Dundee, is a world leader in continuous casting technology. For nearly 50 years, we have designed, manufactured and supplied advanced continuous casting equipment for non-ferrous metals, including copper, copper alloys, gold, silver and other precious metals.

Trusted by customers around the world, our reputation is built on precision, reliability, innovation and technical expertise. We are a forward-thinking, engineering-led organisation with a collaborative, people-focused culture and a passion for improving products, exploring new markets and remaining at the forefront of our industry.

This is an exciting time to join Rautomead. As we build on strong foundations and enter a period of growth and development, we are seeking a high-calibre
leader with a strong mechanical engineering background to help drive the business forward.

OPERATIONS MANAGER

As a member of the senior leadership team, reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take ownership of day-to-day operations across the business. You will bring structure, pace and strong leadership to a broad operational remit while developing people, improving processes and supporting Rautomead's strategic ambitions.
You will have overall responsibility for operational performance, ensuring the safe, timely and cost-effective delivery of all capital equipment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Oversee day-to-day operations acrossmanufacturing,planning, procurement, shipping, engineering and stores.

* Assist with the development and implementation of Rautomead’s ambitious growth objectives.

* Drive operational excellence and ensure production processes are efficient, reliable and effective.

* Work closely with the Innovations Manager to maintain the right balance between production demands and product development.

* Lead, coach, support and develop team members, creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and growth.

* Collaborate with the sales team to develop meaningful capacity planning objectives.

* Introduce and embed best-practice processes that improve efficiency and profitability.

* Identify opportunities to strengthen operations, expand capability and support the company's wider strategic objectives.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for an accomplished leader, ideally with experience in a medium-sized engineering or manufacturing organisation.

You will bring:

Strong operational leadership within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
A solid mechanical engineering background.
Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent coaching, communication and stakeholder management skills.
A demonstrable track record of improving teams, processes and operational performance.
A practical, commercially aware and continuous improvement mindset.
The credibility and ambition to contribute as part of a senior management team.

WHY RAUTOMEAD?

This is an opportunity to join an established Dundee engineering business with a strong international reputation and genuine growth ambitions. You will have the scope to influence how the company operates, develop its people and help shape the next stage of Rautomead's success.

READY TO MAKE AN IMPACT?

If you are an experienced engineering or operations leader who enjoys improving performance, developing people and turning strategy into action, we would be pleased to hear from you