Industrial Manager

Bridge Recruitment UK Ltd; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Recruitment UK Ltd is seeking an Industrial Manager for a role based in Cramlington or Consett. The position focuses on leading digital transformation across manufacturing, leveraging IoT, AI, automation and data analytics to optimise processes.

You will drive smart factory initiatives, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring, while guiding NPI, tooling, ERP/MES/PLM integration and Lean Six Sigma projects to deliver sustained improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial management or digital manufacturing.
• Expertise in IoT, AI, and automation within smart factory environments.
• Proficiency in CAD-CAM software and ERP/MES/PLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital transformation using IoT, AI, automation and data analytics.
• Develop and deploy smart factory, predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring.
• Lead NPI and production engineering, cross-functional process design.
• Optimize layouts, processes, tooling and assembly methods.
• Align CAD/CAM, ERP, MES, PLM across sites.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma and continuous improvement.

Skills

IoT

AI

Automation

Data analytics

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

ERP

MES

PLM

CAD-CAM

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

Siemens NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

Mastercam

Job description

Industrial Manager

Location: Based in Cramlington OR Consett.

Salary: GBP55,000 per year, plus 10% bonus.

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 4.30pm. Fridays, 8am - 1pm.

Job type: Full-time, permanent

Responsibilities of the Industrial Manager:

• Lead digital transformation using IoT, AI, automation, and data analytics.
• Implement smart factory, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring solutions.
• Develop digital twins and simulation models to optimize processes.
• Lead new product industrialization from R&D to production.
• Define manufacturing processes, tooling, and assembly methods with cross-functional teams.
• Optimize process flows, work instructions, and production layouts.
• Manage CAD-CAM integration and design-to-production workflows.
• Optimize CNC programming, tooling, and automation.
• Improve manufacturability and cost efficiency with engineering teams.
• Maintain the CAD environment (RADAN or equivalent).
• Lead the CAD/Special Projects department, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
• Manage manufacturing databases for production and quality tracking.
• Integrate ERP, MES, and PLM systems.
• Use data analytics and AI to improve planning and decision-making.
• Lead automation, efficiency, and sustainability projects.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders on process improvements.
• Develop and implement site-wide productivity and continuous improvement strategies.
• Improve efficiency through process optimization, waste reduction, and data analysis.
• Promote Lean methodologies, standardization, and a continuous improvement culture.
• Establish KPIs, monitor performance, and report progress to senior management.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to sustain improvements.
• Support tooling audits and optimize tooling asset management with Purchasing.
• Promote our clients core values and Code of Ethics.

Requirements of the Industrial Manager:

• Bachelors or masters degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial management, Industry 4.0, or digital manufacturing.
• Expertise in smart factory technologies, IoT, AI, and automation.
• Proficiency in CAD-CAM software (e.g., Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Mastercam).
• Strong knowledge of ERP, MES, PLM, and database management systems.
• Experience in New Product Industrialization (NPI) and lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex industrial projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.