We are working with a leading manufacturing business in Worcestershire that is seeking an experienced Operations / Production Manager to take on a key leadership role within their operations. The Role: This is a hands-on operational leadership position, overseeing a diverse manufacturing process environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP) initiatives, ensuring production efficiency, continuous improvement and team development. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage production teams, ensuring operational efficiency and high performance across the site. Drive SQDCP metrics to improve safety, quality, and delivery while optimising costs. Develop and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing performance. Ensure compliance with industry standards, HSE regulations and company policies. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the production team. Work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to support business objectives. What We Are Looking For: Proven experience in heavy manufacturing, particularly in alloy components production. Experience in finishing or machining processes would be beneficial, especially in an Aerospace or Automotive environment. Strong people leadership skills with the ability to engage and develop teams in a high-paced production setting. Experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and driving op