Process & Product Improvement Manager

Process & Product Improvement Manager vacancy with a growing global manufacturer of metals based in the Sheffield area. Client Details My client is a highly successful global manufacturer in the metals processing industry. With an exceptional range of products supplied to a large customer base, this business is looking for an ambitious, driven and detail focussed who are looking for a Technical / Process Improvement Manager to help further company growth, product & process development. Description Managing a small team of technical staff, the Process & Product Improvement Manager will be responsible for delivering optimum process performance across a variety of manufactured products. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Managing the Process Improvement & Technical teams; leading, coaching and mentoring them Developing new and improved products, manufacturing processes and technical operating procedures Improving Right First Time and Yield metrics across the site Liaising with colleagues and internal stakeholders, influencing and engaging them Working alongside the quality department, and manufacturing operations to ensure any changes to procedures/processes have the desired outcomes Profile Successful candidates will have a strong process improvement / manufacturing/production engineering / continuous improvement background and a good understanding of metallurgical or chemical manufacturing. You will also possess: Degree qualification in chemistry, materials science, metallurgy, process engineering or related subjects Previous experience in a technical process improvement, product improvement or similar role Hands on approach and willingness to get stuck in on the shopfloor Ability to think fast under pressure, remain resilient in the face of changing priorities and confidence to make key decisions without seeking approvals Detail orientated and an innovative approach to problem solving Proven experience of implementing and improving KPIs, through a data driven mindset Job Offer c.£65k Brilliant wider benefits package Including fantastic pension contributions and more Progression opportunities for driven individuals If you are a Process Improvement Manager, Product Improvement Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, CI Manager or Technical Manager and have experience in a heavy industrial product range, metals or chemical, please apply without delay