Manufacturing Manager
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Huntingdon
- Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Are you ready to ‘window' down the competition and ‘door' into a new opportunity? We're on the lookout for a proactive and experienced Manufacturing Manager to join our team and help us ‘pane' the way to success in the windows and doors manufacturing industry!
As a Manufacturing Manager, you'll be the ‘architect' of our manufacturing projects, ‘unlocking' the potential for process improvement, and ‘hinging' our commercial growth on your expertise. You'll have the opportunity to mentor a team of engineers and work with cutting-edge technologies specific to our industry.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Manage and oversee complex manufacturing projects from development to implementation.
- Work closely with Production Engineering to plan manufacturing processes, estimate resources, and ensure efficient production planning.
- Bid for new work, manage turnover and headcount in line with company strategies.
- Forecast capacity and capability, integrating new technologies to enhance production.
- Provide mentorship and support to less experienced engineers, including conducting appraisals and giving clear instructions.
- Prepare comprehensive project documentation, manage budgets, adhere to schedules, and maintain high quality and safety standards.
- Conduct engineering reviews and continuously seek ways to improve processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent practical experience in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in a Manufacturing or Production Manager role.
- In-depth knowledge of design, manufacturing, and production procedures, including familiarity with machines, tools, and techniques used in the manufacturing process.
- Proficiency in 6 Sigma, 5S, and Lean manufacturing techniques.
- Strong project management skills, with experience using various tools and methodologies.
- Line management experience with the ability to mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and time management skills.
- Strong communication skills and a hands-on background.
apply bellow for with you up to date CV and we'll be in touch!