Night Shift Manager (Castings)
| Posting date: | 02 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £450,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | 33 days hol, free parking |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 August 2025 |
| Location: | Chard, Somerset, TA20 1BB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HR GO Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HL020725CE_1751465933 |
Summary
Night Shift Manager (Castings). You must come from a foundries and casting background, they will NOT look at any other industry experience
Client open to re-locators
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £40k-£45k- relocation package for the right candidate- to be discussed
Benefits: Company Pension, Free Onsite Parking, 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Working Hours: Mon-Wed 21:00 - 07:00, Thu 21:00 - 06:00 (39 hours per week)
About Us:
My client are a rapidly expanding their customer base and entering new markets while maintaining their commitment to current businesses. This is a new role and we are searching for a Night Shift Manager to support their strategic growth and succession planning.
This is a senior position reporting directly to the Foundry Operations Manager, working alongside our Foundry Foreman and department Supervisors.
You must come from a foundries and casting background, they will NOT look at any other industry experience
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage night shift melting and pouring activities, ensuring adherence to procedures and daily production schedules.
- Operate and maintain water-cooled electric induction furnaces and related systems, guaranteeing quality control.
- Act as the primary contact for Health, Safety, and Environmental matters, reporting critical information to the Foundry Operations Manager.
- Participate in supervisor meetings, providing daily reports and ensuring effective team management.
- Oversee HR issues, including attendance and grievances, while facilitating training and recruitment for the night shift team.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in a foundry setting, with hands-on knowledge of induction furnaces and molten metal operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
- Understanding of Iron metallurgy and basic chemistry is a must.
- Strong leadership skills with demonstrable experience in team organisation and task prioritisation.
Ideal Candidates Will Have:
- Excellent organisational and time management capabilities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support and motivate the team.
- A proactive approach, with the ability to manage tasks effectively and adapt to new challenges.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic and supportive environment. You will play a critical role in our operations while enjoying competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to make a real impact.