CS Manufacturing Manager

Swagelok Central UK; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a CS Manufacturing Manager to ensure high-quality operations at their Bristol plant. The successful candidate will drive production efficiency, uphold ISO standards, and cultivate team talent while meeting customers' needs. This role requires strong leadership skills and excellent communication abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement and safety compliance.

Benefits

Continuous professional development opportunities

Health and safety training initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing management.
• Proven success with project management and process improvement.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of Custom Solutions through compliance with standards.
• Oversee the effective running of manufacturing processes and resources.
• Manage and develop associates through training and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Communication

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Education

HND in Technical Discipline

Relevant Degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Manager will be responsible for delivering Custom Solution (CS) Assemblies of the highest quality to our customers whilst ensuring zero customer disappointments.

Ensure the effective and efficient running of Swagelok Bristol Custom Solutions through development and implementation of production planning, resources, material sourcing, equipment layout and lean fabrication processes in line with Swagelok policies and procedures.

Assure product and process quality by compliance with SQS and ISO 9001. Confirming and establishing standards and procedures around current SOPs, assembly inspection, testing methods, tooling maintenance and non-conformances.

Manage and develop Custom Solutions’ associates through on-going training, personal coaching and mentoring to ensure efficient operation, departmental scalability, and succession planning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define, monitor, and deliver daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual targets/objectives, including personnel development, efficiency, profitability, and sales.
• Ensure on-time delivery of all customer orders as scheduled, escalating any deviations to the Innovations Director.
• Validate completed jobs to confirm that the profitability of shipped assemblies/systems meets agreed-upon levels when quoted.

Technical Competency:

• Apply knowledge of product design, assembly, tooling, and materials to establish manufacturing concerns and provide feedback to the technical team.

Quality (Policies & Procedures):

• Assure product and process quality by complying with SQS-D and ISO 9001 standards. Confirm and establish procedures around current SOPs, assembly inspections, testing methods, tooling maintenance, and non-conformances.
• Ensure that change control processes are managed and followed.
• Take responsibility for achieving personal ARD goals/targets.

Health & Safety:

• Maintain responsibility for personal and CS associates’ Health and Safety, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and practices.

Signatory Authority:

• Authorize expenditure up to £250 without further approval, solely for CS requirements, and in compliance with Company procedures.

Associate Appraisals & Development:

• Conduct timely performance appraisals (PDPs) for direct reports, using clear metrics and objectives.
• Provide ongoing feedback and coaching to address performance gaps and encourage skill enhancement.
• Collaborate with HR and SLT to identify talent gaps and succession needs, ensuring a robust talent pipeline.
• Encourage professional growth by recommending training programs, courses, or certifications aligned with career paths.
• Foster an environment of open communication, recognition, and continuous improvement to maintain high associate engagement and retention.
• Address any associate issues or concerns proactively, referring to HR where necessary.

Representation:

• Continually develop strong relationships with Swagelok Corporate associates to positively reflect on Swagelok Bristol and support corporate business objectives.
• Understand Swagelok’s history and culture, representing the Organization’s values and ethos professionally in all interactions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

·Experienced professional, 5+ years of relevant experience.

·Proven success with process, project or business management.

·HND in technical discipline or business experience of communicating to broad spread of job functions and levels of seniority / responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

·Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

·Management & leadership qualifications

·Knowledge of standard project planning tools.

·Manufacturing process improvement experience.

·Trained in office productivity tools i.e. MS Office, CRM etc.

Experience/Competence (Essential)

·Strong leadership capabilities and change management experience.

·Working knowledge of customer systems and ability converse at a technical level to establish customer need.

·Presence combined with presentation skills.

·Able to juggle multiple tasks with deftness and attention to deadlines.

·Ability to read and interpret CAD/P&ID drawings.

·Highly comfortable with SAP, HubSpot and SharePoint systems.

Experience/Competence (Preferred)

·Experience of working with technically diverse team members.

·Experience of participating in or running business development projects.

·Business and financial acumen allowing for profitability and pricing analysis.

·Ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines.

·Ability to manage resource effectively.

·Ability to analyse processes and procedures to implement continuous improvements.

·Good application, market and industry knowledge.

·Good communications skills, both written and verbal.

Skills / Knowledge (Preferred):

·Knowledge of Competitors and our differentiable values.

·Supply chain management and costing mechanisms therein.

·Ability to analyse working practices and establish working efficiencies and true costs / profitability..

Personal Attributes:

·Self-motivated, positive, and determined attitude.

·High integrity, with a commitment to quality and safety.

·Flexible and willing to adapt to changing priorities.

OUR VALUES

Integrity: Choose to do the right thing with courage and character.

Quality: Provide high value and high performance in our products, processes, and services.

Innovation: Challenge conventional wisdom to create new value for the customer.

Continuous Improvement: Systematically and consistently do things better.

Customer Focus: Create value for the customer to create value for Swagelok.

Respect for the Individual: Commit to the success of each associate through an environment where people are trusted, respected, and treated fairly.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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