Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Matchtech; Burnley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Burnley is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager. This role involves leading engineering teams, driving industrialisation strategies, and managing budgets. The ideal candidate will have experience in new product introduction and a strong focus on operational excellence. The position offers a flexible working week, generous leave options, and robust employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexi-time options

33 days annual leave

10% employer pension contribution

BUPA private medical insurance

Group income protection scheme

Access to corporate spa and fitness membership

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) for assemblies.
• Strong leadership with a focus on team development.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Drive design-to-cost strategies across engineering operations.
• Implement Assembly & Composites R&T strategies.
• Manage tooling integration and capital investments.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across all operations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership capability

Relationship-building skills

High-level analytical skills

Values-driven leadership approach

Operational excellence

Job description

An established global leader in aerospace manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to join their advanced engineering site in Burnley. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge industrialisation strategies, developing high-performing teams, and supporting the integration of advanced technologies in aerospace assemblies and composites.

About the Role

As the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will lead both the Assemblies and Composites Engineering Teams to drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. You will take ownership of new programme industrialisation, investment management, and standardisation across manufacturing operations. This strategic role also involves managing industrial resources, budgets, and driving forward best ergonomic and HSE practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive design-to-cost strategies across engineering operations

• Define and implement Assembly & Composites R&T strategies

• Industrialise new programmes and standardise best practices

• Manage tooling integration and capital investments

• Facilitate communication across global sites and stakeholders

• Implement future-focused training plans for team development

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across all operations

• Consolidate KPIs and budget reporting for senior leadership

• Embed HSE risk management throughout operations

• Develop and coach high-performing, collaborative teams

• Escalate safety-related risks in line with internal processes

What We're Looking For

• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capability

• Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) for assemblies

• Excellent relationship-building skills across multi-site environments

• High-level analytical skills with the ability to make confident decisions

• A values-driven leadership approach promoting autonomy, accountability, and collaboration

• Passionate about driving operational excellence and team empowerment

What's on Offer

• 37-hour working week across 4.5 days (1pm Friday finish)

• Flexi-time options: take up to 1 full day or 2 half-days off per month

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

• Option to purchase 5 additional leave days annually

• 10% employer / 5% employee pension contribution

• 4x life insurance cover

• BUPA private medical insurance (non-contributory)

• Group income protection scheme

• Enhanced family and sickness benefits

• On-site catering with subsidised meals

• Access to corporate spa and fitness membership (54% discount)

• Wellbeing support including 24/7 mental health helpline, virtual GP, and physiotherapy

• Team-building events, leadership development, and more