Junior Operations Manager UK

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Day to day management of the ELG Utica plant operations.
2. Support UK HSE manager and ensure all EH&S corporate and legislative metrics are met. Drive a culture of a safe workplace.
3. Support UK quality manager and ensure all Quality metrics are met. Drive a culture of quality throughout the organization. 
4. Core focus is ensuring the highest level of quality, and the maximum throughput, at the most efficient cost base while meeting Corporate Budget.
5. Assist Operations Director with the development and implementation of capital improvement and productivity programs.
6. Drive efficiency and transparency through the plant and external communication
7. Plan short and long term production requirements with the commercial team. Guide the operation to meet these plans, and effectively manage capacity.
8. Maximize the use of technology. Partner with the Group Technology Team on the best technology path for the site.
9. Assist Operations Director with the Development and execution of the site level CAPEX Budget.
10. Promote a culture of continuous improvement in the business.

11. Become an integral part of Global footprint development effort. 

Responsibilities

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

1. Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains all-levels of staff in the department.
2. Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
3. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

4. Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES

1. All-encompassing managerial skills within a production environment, particularly with regards to productivity, plant maintenance and repairs and human resources.
2. A qualification in mechanical engineering or similar is advantageous . 
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
5. Extensive knowledge of the principles, procedures and best practices in industry.
6. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Experience of working with Superalloys is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.

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