VIM Departmental Manager

Adept Resourcing; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Rotherham is looking for an experienced VIM Department Manager to oversee their melting department. This senior leadership position focuses on safety, quality, and cost within a complex manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will have proven management experience, strong process management skills, and the ability to lead a technical team. The role offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £53,000, along with the opportunity for career stability and significant departmental impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for career stability

Impact within a advanced manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• Proven management experience within a manufacturing or process-driven environment.
• Experience working within high-quality, safety-critical operations.
• Strong leadership presence with a proactive, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Develop, coach, and motivate teams, including performance management.
• Drive productivity, efficiency, and responsiveness to production schedules.

Skills

Proven management experience

Strong understanding of process management

Excellent communication skills

Strong commercial awareness

Education

ONC / HNC (or higher) in technical or engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (intermediate to advanced level)

Job description

VIM Department Manager

The Role

We are seeking an experienced VIM Department Manager to take full responsibility for managing a primary melting department within a complex manufacturing operation. This is a senior leadership role, accountable for safety, people, quality, delivery, and cost, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

The successful candidate will lead and develop a skilled technical team, drive departmental performance, and ensure the operation runs safely, efficiently, and in line with customer and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of health, safety and environmental compliance within the department
• Develop, coach, and motivate teams, including performance management, succession planning, and employee relations
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, customer requirements, and internal audit standards
• Drive productivity, efficiency, and responsiveness to production schedules and demand
• Manage departmental budgets, costs, and consumables in line with business targets
• Work cross-functionally with production, planning, quality, engineering, and supply chain teams
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, hazard reduction, and process improvement

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• ONC / HNC (or higher) in a relevant technical or engineering discipline
• Proven management experience within a manufacturing or process-driven environment
• Strong understanding of process management (Six Sigma or similar desirable)
• Experience working within high-quality, safety-critical operations
• Strong commercial awareness, including cost control and manpower planning
• Confident user of Microsoft Office (intermediate to advanced level)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence at all levels

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership presence with a proactive, hands‑on approach
• Ability to manage across functions and drive business objectives
• High standards, personal discipline, and attention to detail
• Motivated, resilient, and driven to deliver results

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £53,000 depending on experience
• Opportunity to lead a critical department within a technically advanced manufacturing environment
• Long‑term career stability with genuine responsibility and impact

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