Job Description

Production Engineering Manager
Manufacturing
Southampton
Permanent Position
Salary up to 80,000
Key skills required for this role
Engineering Production Manufacturing NPI
Important
Engineering Production Manufacturing NPI
Job description
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Our client, an innovative leader in the manufacturing industry, is currently seeking a dynamic Production Engineering Manager to join their team in the UK. This permanent role involves coordinating site new product introduction and rate production efforts, ensuring timely completion of production activities against the published schedule. You will foster an environment of continuous improvement, drive process development within the department, and take full ownership of the shop floor.
Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe and well-organised work environment
• Foster a team atmosphere for great performance and synergy within the work group
• Manage production operations to meet customer expectations, minimise waste, and achieve quality standards
• Report on weekly, monthly, and quarterly shipping volume with a focus on achieving company revenue goals
• Maintain constant communication with Engineering teams within the organisation
• Support other site disciplines to achieve common business goals, especially regarding prototype assembly
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, business systems, and assembly procedures
• Oversee the material management process to ensure adequate inventory to meet production demand, communicating with Purchasing and Planning departments to ensure material flow
• Utilise data such as VSM or SPC to identify areas of opportunity and suggest efficiency improvements within the department
• Supervise the use of Oracle Netsuite by production staff
• Provide manufacturing engineering expertise to the engineering team in support of Design for Cost and Design for Manufacturability goals

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage the production team and act as a mentor for more junior members of the staff
• Manage Materials and Logistics staff
• Develop internal talent with a clear roadmap to success and lead the organisation to meet or exceed customer expectations

Job Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of shop floor and production management
• Experience in mechanical or electronics engineering for complex electromechanical systems
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects/tasks effectively
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Master's preferred)
• Experience in operational roles with process engineering and production team management, preferably within a high-tech manufacturing organisation

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work in a forward-thinking and innovative environment
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work culture
• Comprehensive employee benefits package

If you are an experienced Production Engineering Manager looking for a new opportunity to advance your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's forward-thinking team in the UK.

Skills Required