£65000 per annum
Manufacturing Manager
Location: Coventry
Salary: Circa £65,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Friday: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Reporting to: Managing Director
Manages: Programmers, Machinists, and Operators
Role Overview:
As a key member of the Senior Management Team, the Manufacturing Manager leads all on-site manufacturing operations in Coventry. The role ensures the effective, timely, and high-quality production of components for UPVC/aluminium tooling, OEM machinery, and subcontracted products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage operations across CNC (3/4/5 axis), EDM, turning, and manual machinery.
- Plan, schedule, and optimise production to meet delivery targets and maximise output.
- Drive process improvements to reduce lead times and enhance efficiency.
- Ensure quality assurance, compliance with ISO 9001 & 45001, and maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborate with Design, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain teams.
- Lead, develop, and manage a skilled team, including task allocation, training, and performance reviews.
- Oversee tooling, equipment maintenance, and TPM strategy.
- Align and manage manufacturing systems with design tools (e.g. Solid Edge).
Candidate Profile:
- 10 years' experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
- 5 years in a leadership or management position.
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining, tooling, and manufacturing systems.
- Skilled in interpreting technical drawings and production planning.
- Proven people management, problem-solving, and project delivery capability.
Desirable:
- Relevant vocational/professional qualifications
- First Aid and forklift certification