Manufacturing Manager
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Manager will oversee production schedules, optimize operational efficiency, and lead the production team to meet precision engineering standards. This role focuses on implementing lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and boost productivity. The successful candidate will collaborate across departments to ensure timely product delivery while managing production budgets effectively.
Responsibilities
- Manage and optimize production schedules
- Lead and coach production teams
- Ensure precision engineering quality standards
- Implement lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
- Manage production budgets and costs
Required Skills
- Precision engineering experience
- Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma
- CNC, CAD/CAM proficiency
- ERP and production planning
- Leadership and communication skills
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Establish, oversee, and optimize production schedules to meet customer requirements while improving efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Supervise, coach, and inspire a diverse production team, promoting a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure all output complies with stringent precision engineering standards and customer specifications through thorough quality checks and ongoing monitoring.
- Identify opportunities to enhance processes, apply lean manufacturing principles, and adopt Six Sigma or similar methodologies to boost productivity and reduce waste.
- Oversee production budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost-efficient strategies while maintaining product quality and delivery commitments.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, procurement, and logistics teams to support smooth production flow and timely product delivery.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
- At least 5 years of production management experience within the Precision Engineering industry.
- Demonstrated success in implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining, CAD/CAM tools, and modern manufacturing technologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
- Hands-on experience with ERP platforms and production planning systems.