Refiner Manager

SJR Partners; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 31,200 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SJR Partners in Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Refiner Manager to lead the copper refining operation.

The role focuses on production, safety, quality and team performance in a high-hazard metals environment. A strong background in copper refining, casting or smelting, plus leadership experience, is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience within metals refining, casting or smelting (copper experience highly desirable).
• At least 3 years' management experience leading production teams.
• Strong understanding of refining, casting and metallurgical processes.
• Experience working safely with hot/molten metals.
• Proven leadership, problem-solving and continuous improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the copper refining and casting process.
• Manage and develop a team of refinery operators, driving performance and safety.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards and KPIs are consistently achieved.
• Oversee molten metal handling, refining, casting and process optimisation.
• Work closely with maintenance, quality and senior leadership to minimise downtime and improve plant performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, reduce waste and increase efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Metals refining

Casting

Metal handling

Safety

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Team management

Metallurgy

Job description

Refiner Manager | Wolverhampton | £52,000 + Benefits

I'm currently supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Wolverhampton that is looking to appoint an experienced Refiner Manager to lead its copper refining operation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader with a background in metals refining, casting or smelting, ideally within the copper industry, to take ownership of production, safety, quality and team performance in a high-hazard manufacturing environment.

The Role:

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the copper refining and casting process
• Manage and develop a team of refinery operators, driving performance and safety
• Ensure production targets, quality standards and KPIs are consistently achieved
• Oversee molten metal handling, refining, casting and process optimisation
• Work closely with maintenance, quality and senior leadership to minimise downtime and improve plant performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, reduce waste and increase efficiency

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years' experience within metals refining, casting or smelting (copper experience highly desirable)
• At least 3 years' management experience leading production teams
• Strong understanding of refining, casting and metallurgical processes
• Experience working safely with hot/molten metals
• Proven leadership, problem-solving and continuous improvement skills

Salary: £52,000

Location: Wolverhampton

If you're an experienced manufacturing leader looking for your next challenge within a specialist metals environment, I'd be keen to speak with you.