Head of Production Engineering

Acorn by Synergie; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering company in Plymouth seeks a Head of Production Engineering to lead a talented team. The role involves overseeing operations, mentoring staff, and improving manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates have an engineering degree and proven management skills. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 plus benefits including healthcare, pension contributions, and generous leave.

Benefits

Bupa private healthcare

Relocation costs covered

Subsidised canteen

Life insurance

Pension contributions matched

Flexible core working hours

33 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Management qualification or BEng in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proven ability to implement best practices in manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Production Engineering team.
• Mentor and support the professional development of production engineers.
• Identify and implement best practices in manufacturing processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Manufacturing best practices

Welding techniques

Education

Degree in Engineering

Management qualification

Job description

Head of Production Engineering

Plymouth. Up to 55,000 plus bonus. Day Shift. Full-Time Permanent.

Overview

Are you ready for a new challenge in your engineering career? Do you have a passion for driving innovation and improving manufacturing processes? This is an excellent opportunity to lead a talented Production Engineering team in a dynamic and growing company, making a real impact on operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Production Engineering team, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Mentor and support the professional development of production engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Identify and implement best practices in manufacturing processes, material utilisation, and tooling to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Demonstrate expertise in assembly processes, including accurate assessment of time and resource requirements.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure engineering processes meet industry standards and support operational excellence.
• Apply advanced knowledge of welding techniques-including spot, projection, MIG, TIG, and robotic welding-to support process development and troubleshooting.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Management qualification or BEng in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent time-served role.
• Proven ability to implement best practices in manufacturing processes, material utilisation, and tooling.
• Strong understanding of assembly processes and accurate assessment of time and resource requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Bupa private healthcare for you and your spouse/children.
• Relocation costs of 10% of your base salary.
• Subsidised canteen.
• Online shopping discounts.
• Life insurance three times your salary.
• Pension contributions matched to 5%.
• Flexible core working hours.
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus holiday purchasing scheme.
• Excellent training and promotional prospects.

Interested? We are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven individual who is passionate about leading and developing teams. Apply now to join a company committed to engineering excellence and operational innovation.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.