Engineering Production Leader – Low-Volume Manufacturing

Automation Experts; Oakengates; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Profit share

Pension

Job summary

Automation Experts in Shropshire are seeking an experienced Engineering Production Manager to lead a low-volume, high-value manufacturing operation. You will plan production across machine build projects, manage budgets and drive continuous improvement.

The role offers £45,000-£55,000 plus 33 days holiday, profit share and a pension, with a focus on ISO 9001:2015 compliance, safety and quality across the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing production in a low-volume, high-value environment.
• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Production Management or related discipline.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S or Six Sigma.
• Good IT skills including ERP and scheduling/PM systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan production activity across a portfolio of machine build projects.
• Coordinate assembly activities to meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Manage production staff, contractors, equipment, materials and stock.
• Monitor labour costs against project budgets and manage overtime requirements.
• Identify and Escalate production, scheduling and budget concerns.
• Monitor and report on production efficiency and performance.
• Support engineering and project teams with technical, timing and scheduling issues.
• Lead weekly production review meetings with senior management.
• Ensure equipment meets required functional and aesthetic quality standards.
• Support customers and project teams during build visits and Factory Acceptance Tests.
• Manage team performance, appraisals, development and skills planning.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, housekeeping and organisation across the shop floor.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems.
• Support continuous improvement across production processes.

Skills

Leadership

ERP Systems

Lean Manufacturing

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP Software

MS Office

Scheduling Software

Job description

Automation Experts in Shropshire are seeking an experienced Engineering Production Manager to lead a low-volume, high-value manufacturing operation. You will plan production across machine build projects, manage budgets and drive continuous improvement.

The role offers £45,000-£55,000 plus 33 days holiday, profit share and a pension, with a focus on ISO 9001:2015 compliance, safety and quality across the shop floor.