Manufacturing Engineering Manager

TN United Kingdom; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and enhance operations at their Luton site. This role involves overseeing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and driving improvements through innovative techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing leadership, with a focus on new product introduction and process optimization. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working hours and extensive learning opportunities, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the manufacturing sector.

Benefits

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible hours and hybrid working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym memberships

Private healthcare

Access to online courses via Coursera

Referral incentives

Qualifications

• Expert in operations and manufacturing processes.
• Strong leadership and change management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve manufacturing processes and technology.
• Manage interfaces between engineering and project requirements.
• Optimize manufacturing efficiency through lean principles.

Skills

Operations Management

Manufacturing Processes

Leadership Skills

Change Management

NPI/MRL

Data-Driven Decision Making

Effective Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

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Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Luton

Client:

Leonardo

Location:

Luton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Manufacturing

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

10

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description:

Looking for your next opportunity as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager? We have an exciting opportunity to join us at our Luton site.

As Manufacturing Engineering Manager, you will lead, develop, and improve the operations, manufacturing processes, technology, and equipment to enable world-class production of Leonardo products and support business growth.

• Lead the manufacturing engineering team, responsible for planning and communication of objectives.
• Manage interfaces between manufacturing engineering and project requirements.
• Support the Head of Manufacturing Engineering and Industrial Architects in all aspects of the NPI (New Product Introduction) process, from change planning to DfX (Design for Excellence) strategy, process automation, and product introduction to the line.
• Industrialize products and processes, considering volume, quality, and cost manufacturing requirements.
• Ensure compliance of operations solutions with customer, legislative, contractual, safety, and quality requirements.
• Assess Manufacturing Maturity Reviews with Industrial Architects, ensuring contributions and approvals.
• Design, modify, and test manufacturing methods and equipment, liaising with vendors.
• Make decisions aligned with company vision and values, collaborating with stakeholders and proposing resolutions.
• Manage production schedules, labor, and material costs, estimating future requirements.
• Contribute to technology, process, and product roadmaps, gaining stakeholder buy-in.
• Optimize manufacturing efficiency through improvement programs, lean principles, and advanced techniques.
• Resolve complex product or production issues, working closely with supply chain, production, and quality teams.
• Grow manufacturing engineering knowledge through recruitment, training, and continuous improvement activities.
• Provide input into product teams and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with regulations and representing Leonardo externally.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Recognized as an expert in operations, manufacturing, leadership, and business processes.
• Strong people management and leadership skills, including performance and change management.
• Experience in maturity reviews and lifecycle deliverables.
• Knowledge of all phases of the Product Lifecycle and associated processes.
• Experience in NPI/MRL bringing electro-mechanical products to market.
• Skilled in influencing, negotiating, and data-driven decision making.
• Proven leadership in capability and process development within manufacturing engineering.
• Effective communication skills at leadership levels, influencing non-technical audiences.
• Ability to partner with industrial architects, customers, and suppliers.
• Experience in implementing change to working practices.

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Required

Life at Leonardo

Leonardo offers a comprehensive benefits package, learning opportunities, flexible working hours, and a focus on employee well-being. Benefits include:

• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell leave and accrue additional days
• Flexible hours and hybrid working options
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support
• Discounted gym memberships, cycle schemes
• Private healthcare, dental schemes, and other flexible benefits
• Access to over 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral incentives and management bonuses