Manufacturing Manager

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Manufacturing Manager will lead manufacturing operations, ensuring on‑time, high‑quality production while driving efficiency through effective resource planning, lean methodologies, and robust processes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring production is delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
• Optimize staffing, equipment, and resources to meet business needs and improve performance on the production floor.
• Champion a strong safety culture, maintain full compliance and lead investigations when required.
• Collaborate with Quality teams to uphold standards and implement corrective actions.
• Build, coach, and develop a high‑performing team through training and performance management.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Partner cross‑functionally to resolve production challenges and ensure seamless delivery across the organisation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree (Level 8) in an Engineering discipline preferred, though not essential.
• 3+ years’ experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings.
• Proven experience in capacity planning for workforce and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and motivate teams to deliver high‑quality output, improve KPIs, and drive site profitability.
• Experience operating within high‑volume manufacturing environments.

Required skills

• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Capacity planning
• Lean manufacturing methodologies