Manufacturing Excellence Manager
Are you a forward-thinking Operations and Continuous Improvement Manager with a knack for driving continuous improvement, leading New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives, and developing people to streamline operations?
Our client is seeking a Manufacturing Excellence Manager with the capacity to oversee operational manufacturing activities (approximately 25% of your focus) while dedicating the majority of your time to reviewing and optimising the manufacturing processes through CI; steering and supporting NPI into production.
Working with a team of skilled professionals, this role offers a unique blend of tactical and strategic responsibilities to drive overall operational activity forward and impact specific projects in this progressive and forward-thinking manufacturer.
Key Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Excellence Manager:
* Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met.
* Take ownership of the NPI process, ensuring seamless integration into manufacturing.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, focusing on efficiency, quality, and lean processes.
* Utilise frameworks like SCRUM and Agile to manage projects and adapt quickly to changing demands.
* Monitor performance metrics and deliver actionable reports.
* Collaborate across departments to design and implement systems that enhance process improvements.
* Champion a culture of operational excellence across all levels.
* Mentor and develop team members, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
* Manage and optimise cell-based assembly operations, ensuring smooth workflows and high-quality outputs.
* Leverage technical manufacturing expertise to oversee the integration of new technologies and processes.
* Engage with cross-functional teams to align manufacturing goals with business objectives.
Ideal Manufacturing Excellence Manager Candidate Profile:
* A degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
* Proven experience in value-added manufacturing, ideally with exposure to NPI processes as part of your work.
* Experience delivering CI methodologies within manufacturing operations.
* Ability to apply SCRUM and Agile frameworks within a manufacturing or operational environment.
* A track record of leading teams and delivering operational improvements.
* Strong analytical skills with a pragmatic and logical approach to problem-solving.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with an adaptable and motivational leadership style.
* Experience managing diverse teams both direct and indirect.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a company that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. They operate in an exciting sector affording the successful candidate a truly rewarding working day.
The company offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
* Performance bonus
* Enhanced pension
* Private healthcare
* Travel insurance
* Enhanced holiday package
* And more.
As a Manufacturing Excellence Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their manufacturing operations and have scope to progress within the operations of the company.
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