Manufacturing Manager

Manufacturing Manager Location: On-site (4-5 days per week) - UK Eyes Only Clearance Required: SC Clearance - Sole UK Nationals Only Employment Type: Full-time, Permanentwe''re hiring an experienced Manufacturing Manager to join a high-performing team in a critical production environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead manufacturing operations within a highly regulated sector, supporting the efficient delivery of complex electronic assembly systems.This is an urgent and business-critical role, ideal for a strong production leader with a background in continuous improvement who is now ready to take a step into broader operational management.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage production team outputs, adapting team size and resources as needed for new projects.Oversee manufacturing engineering processes with a focus on electronic system assembly rather than heavy manufacturing.Drive efficiency and lean manufacturing principles across all activities - streamline and improve existing processes rather than build from scratch.Manage and collaborate with stakeholders across technical and operational functions.Support technical transfer from partner organisations - including work instruction development, tooling and equipment setup, and process alignment.Take ownership of budget management, process efficiency, and team productivity.Provide hands-on problem solving and operational leadership; bring a clear vision of how processes should flow and evolve.Your Background:Proven ..... full job details .....