Operations Manager

Verto People; Fernhill Heath; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing company seeks an Operations Manager to oversee post-cast operations in Worcester. The role demands a strong leader with at least 5 years of experience, solid CNC and tooling knowledge, and a background in Lean methodologies. Competitive salary up to £60,000 and various benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary (up to £60,000)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Strong long-term prospects

Qualifications

• Must have at least 5 years' leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical understanding of CNC, tooling, and production processes is required.
• Experience in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage all post-cast operations from shell removal to Final Inspection.
• Execute the daily and weekly production plan to meet sales commitments.
• Maintain a consistent presence on the shop floor to resolve issues.
• Run daily SQCDP/production meetings and manage risks.
• Improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance production flow.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

CNC manufacturing

Production tracking

Problem-solving

Job description

Role Overview

Operations Manager / Post-Cast Operations Manager / Manufacturing Operations Lead required for a leading engineering and castings manufacturer based in Worcester.

This role oversees all activity after casting, ensuring components progress smoothly from ceramic shell removal through to Final Inspection. You'll lead around 35 operatives across multiple work centres, driving daily performance, maintaining production flow, and ensuring output meets weekly and monthly sales targets.

The ideal candidate will bring experience from engineering or manufacturing operations, solid knowledge of tooling/CNC/manufacturing processes, and proven leadership within a batch-production environment. You'll be highly visible on the shop floor, using Lean tools, data and structured routines to optimise flow, reduce waste and support on-time delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (up to £60,000 depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Permanent, full-time role with strong long-term prospects

Responsibilities

• Manage all post-cast operations from shell removal to Final Inspection
• Execute the daily and weekly production plan to meet sales commitments
• Maintain a consistent presence on the shop floor, resolving issues and coordinating workflow
• Run daily SQCDP/production meetings, highlighting risks and putting recovery plans in place
• Improve processes, reduce waste and enhance production flow across work centres
• Control the movement of work into Subcontract to ensure on-time delivery
• Oversee labour usage, attendance, timekeeping, overtime and shift-related activities
• Ensure H&S compliance and drive 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
• Keep training documentation current and handle disciplinaries when required

Requirements

• Experience in engineering or manufacturing operations (aerospace/automotive/precision preferred)
• At least 5 years' leadership experience (supervisory level or above)
• Strong technical understanding of CNC, tooling and manufacturing processes
• Hands‑on experience with Lean manufacturing and CI methodologies
• Confident with data, KPIs, ERP systems and production tracking tools
• Commutable to Worcester

Commutable to Worcester.