Refiner Manager
CV-LibraryWolverhampton, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 28 July 2026
Apply NowRefiner Manager | Wolverhampton | £52,000 + Benefits 🚨
I'm currently supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Wolverhampton that is looking to appoint an experienced Refiner Manager to lead its copper refining operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader with a background in metals refining, casting or smelting, ideally within the copper industry, to take ownership of production, safety, quality and team performance in a high-hazard manufacturing environment.
🔧 The Role:
* Lead the day-to-day operation of the copper refining and casting process
* Manage and develop a team of refinery operators, driving performance and safety
* Ensure production targets, quality standards and KPIs are consistently achieved
* Oversee molten metal handling, refining, casting and process optimisation
* Work closely with maintenance, quality and senior leadership to minimise downtime and improve plant performance
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, reduce waste and increase efficiency
✅ What We're Looking For:
* Minimum 5 years' experience within metals refining, casting or smelting (copper experience highly desirable)
* At least 3 years' management experience leading production teams
* Strong understanding of refining, casting and metallurgical processes
* Experience working safely with hot/molten metals
* Proven leadership, problem-solving and continuous improvement skills
💷 Salary: £52,000
📍 Location: Wolverhampton
If you're an experienced manufacturing leader looking for your next challenge within a specialist metals environment, I'd be keen to speak with you.
📩 Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.
#Manufacturing #Metallurgy #Copper #Casting #Refining #ProductionManager #OperationsManager #EngineeringJobs #ManufacturingJobs #Wolverhampton #Metals #ContinuousImprovement #Leadership #Hiring
I'm currently supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Wolverhampton that is looking to appoint an experienced Refiner Manager to lead its copper refining operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader with a background in metals refining, casting or smelting, ideally within the copper industry, to take ownership of production, safety, quality and team performance in a high-hazard manufacturing environment.
🔧 The Role:
* Lead the day-to-day operation of the copper refining and casting process
* Manage and develop a team of refinery operators, driving performance and safety
* Ensure production targets, quality standards and KPIs are consistently achieved
* Oversee molten metal handling, refining, casting and process optimisation
* Work closely with maintenance, quality and senior leadership to minimise downtime and improve plant performance
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, reduce waste and increase efficiency
✅ What We're Looking For:
* Minimum 5 years' experience within metals refining, casting or smelting (copper experience highly desirable)
* At least 3 years' management experience leading production teams
* Strong understanding of refining, casting and metallurgical processes
* Experience working safely with hot/molten metals
* Proven leadership, problem-solving and continuous improvement skills
💷 Salary: £52,000
📍 Location: Wolverhampton
If you're an experienced manufacturing leader looking for your next challenge within a specialist metals environment, I'd be keen to speak with you.
📩 Apply today or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.
#Manufacturing #Metallurgy #Copper #Casting #Refining #ProductionManager #OperationsManager #EngineeringJobs #ManufacturingJobs #Wolverhampton #Metals #ContinuousImprovement #Leadership #Hiring