Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd.

Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd. in Sheffield is hiring an experienced HR Director to lead human resources as the company undergoes significant growth. This strategic role will encompass developing a comprehensive people strategy, overseeing talent management, and ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate will possess proven leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial environments and demonstrate excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £100,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd (IFA), one of Europe's leading precision forging companies, is seeking an experienced HR Director to join its Sheffield-based operation. IFA sits uniquely as the only single-sited forge in the world with open-die radial, press, hammer and ring rolling capabilities alongside closed-die extrusion, drop stamp and blade forging. Through extensive forging, machining and testing capabilities, the business provides a fully integrated metals service centre, supplying critical components into aerospace, defence, energy and other highly regulated industries. As the business continues its ambitious growth and investment journey, IFA is looking to appoint an accomplished HR Director to join the Senior Leadership Team. This is a pivotal leadership appointment, responsible for shaping the people strategy, organisational capability and culture required to support the next phase of business growth. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, partnering with leaders across the business to develop a high-performing, engaged and future-focused workforce. This role will oversee all aspects of Human Resources including organisational development, employee relations, leadership development, talent management, reward, workforce planning and compliance. You will provide strategic leadership while maintaining a visible presence across the business, ensuring HR supports operational excellence and long-term organisational success. Responsibilities Develop and implement a comprehensive people strategy aligned with IFA's business objectives and long-term growth plans. Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team on all people-related matters. Lead organisational development initiatives, including succession planning, leadership capability and workforce planning. Drive employee engagement strategies that foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture. Lead talent acquisition, retention and development initiatives to ensure the business attracts and retains exceptional people. Oversee all employee relations activities, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant people management practices. Develop and implement performance management frameworks that drive accountability and continuous improvement. Lead compensation, benefits and reward strategies to ensure market competitiveness. Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation, HR policies and governance requirements. Provide strategic leadership on organisational change and transformation programmes. Develop learning and development initiatives to enhance leadership, management and technical capability across the organisation. Monitor HR metrics and people analytics to support informed business decisions. Lead, develop and mentor the HR team to deliver a proactive and value-adding HR function. Build strong relationships with operational leaders, supporting employee engagement and positive industrial relations. Champion diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that strengthen organisational culture. Contribute to wider business strategy as an influential member of the Senior Leadership Team. Requirements Proven experience operating at HR Director, Head of HR or Senior HR Leadership level within manufacturing, engineering, industrial or similarly complex environments. Demonstrable experience developing and delivering organisation-wide people strategies. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to align HR initiatives to business performance and growth. Significant experience advising executive leadership teams on strategic people matters. Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice. Experience leading organisational change, transformation and cultural development programmes. Strong track record of developing leadership capability and high-performing teams. Outstanding stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills. Highly analytical with experience using HR metrics and data to drive business decisions. CIPD Level 7 qualified or equivalent is preferred. Experience supporting businesses through periods of growth, investment and organisational transformation would be highly advantageous. What's on Offer Salary of £90,000 - £100,000 depending on experience. Performance-related bonus scheme. Comprehensive benefits package. Pension scheme. 33 days annual leave. Ongoing executive leadership development and professional support. Opportunity to shape the people strategy of one of the UK's most advanced forging and manufacturing businesses. A key Senior Leadership Team position with genuine influence over the future direction of the organisation. Long-term career opportunity within a stable, growing and highly respected engineering business.

Independent Forgings and Alloys, one of Europe's leading precision forging companies, is looking to recruit a Contract, Quality Engineer to support its Sheffield-based Quality team through a busy period of AS9100 internal and external audits. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Aerospace, quality professional to join a highly respected manufacturing business and make an immediate impact by ensuring the business remains fully compliant and audit ready. Company Details Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd (IFA) sits uniquely as the only single sited forge with open-die radial, press, hammer & ring rolling AND closed-die extrusion, drop stamp and blade forging in the world. Through our extensive forging capabilities and processes, we offer a fully integrated metals service centre: from ingot/billet and forging through to fully tested and released machined products. Job Vacancy As the Contract Quality Engineer, you will be based at the Sheffield manufacturing site, working closely with the Quality and Production teams to ensure the business is fully prepared for upcoming AS9100 internal and external audits. This is a hands on role requiring an experienced Quality Engineer who can quickly integrate into the business, review and strengthen the Quality Management System, support audit activities, close out non conformances, and drive corrective actions. You will provide practical support across the manufacturing operation to ensure continued compliance with AS9100 standards and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Support the business with AS9100 internal and external audit preparation and delivery. Conduct internal process and system audits in line with AS9100 requirements. Support customer, third party and certification audits. Review and improve Quality Management System documentation and procedures. Manage audit findings and non conformances, ensuring timely corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Lead root cause investigations using recognised quality tools including 8D, 5 Whys and Fishbone Analysis. Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to improve process compliance and product quality. Review customer quality requirements and ensure they are incorporated into business processes. Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. Promote best practice and maintain a strong quality culture throughout the business. Qualifications and Experience Proven experience as a Quality Engineer within an aerospace manufacturing environment. Strong working knowledge of AS9100 Rev D and Quality Management Systems. Previous experience supporting successful AS9100 internal and external audits. Internal Auditor qualification or demonstrable auditing experience. Experience managing non conformances, CAPA and root cause investigations. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the business. Able to work independently and make an immediate contribution within a manufacturing environment. Contract Information This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quality Engineer, or Auditor to support a leading aerospace manufacturer during a critical audit period. Minimum 3 month contract (with the potential for extension). Competitive hourly or daily rate. Immediate start preferred. Sheffield-based, full time, site based role. Opportunity to work with one of Europe's leading aerospace forging businesses. Free on site parking. Collaborative and experienced Quality team. Immediate start available.