Melt and EP Departmental Manager

OverviewAdept Resourcing are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established manufacturer of specialist metal products, for a Melting and Engineered Products Department Manager. This is a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing remelt and engineered product operations within a busy production facility. The successful candidate will combine strong technical knowledge of metallurgical processes with proven leadership skills to deliver on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesSafetyEnsure full compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures.Drive safety initiatives including risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations.Promote 5S principles and a safe, organised working environment.PeopleLead, motivate, and develop a skilled production team.Manage training, succession planning, and performance reviews.Handle employee relations issues in line with company policies.Oversee shift planning, payroll updates, and holiday approvals.QualityEnsure compliance with manufacturing and technical procedures.Lead departmental and customer audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.Drive "right first time" culture and collaborate with engineers to resolve non-conformances.Production and ResponsivenessManage day-to-day production operations, ensuring efficient material flow across departments.Support planning and scheduling to achieve output targets.Oversee the requisition and maintenance of key consumables ..... full job details .....