Manufacturing Manager

Leonardo; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo is seeking a Manufacturing Manager for their Micro Electronics line of business in Edinburgh. The role involves managing manufacturing resources and driving process improvements while leading a team to ensure timely project delivery. Candidates should possess experience in Lean Manufacturing and team motivation, with a focus on high-quality standards.

Benefits

Flexible leave

Pension schemes

Mental health support

Online learning

Qualifications

• Experience in high mix, low volume manufacturing environments.
• Delivering Lean Manufacturing programs.
• Leadership and performance management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily cross-functional team meetings and Gemba walks.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing principles like KanBan and 5S.
• Manage Assembly, Integration, and Test activities.

Skills

Team Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Motivating Teams

Micro Electronic Processes

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity as a Manufacturing Manager in our Operations team, working within the Micro Electronics line of business. You will manage manufacturing resources, assembly, integration, and testing within an Integrated Project Team (IPT) to ensure programme and project delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards, using Key Performance Indicators for continuous improvement.

You will also develop your team in line with the people management framework to meet business requirements. Due to the nature of this role, on-site presence is required.

As the Manufacturing Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1. Leading daily cross-functional team meetings and Gemba walks
2. Implementing and managing Lean Manufacturing principles such as KanBan, 5S, and Visual Management
3. Defining and achieving overhead and capital budgets
4. Contributing to build & test cell budgets (sales, profit, cash)
5. Leading and managing all Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) activities within the IPT
6. Driving yield improvements and reducing non-value added processes
7. Innovating and improving processes across multifunctional teams
8. Managing resources (equipment, documentation, facilities, staff) to ensure quality, cost, and schedule satisfaction for internal and external customers

Qualifications and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have experience in:

• High mix, low volume manufacturing environments
• Delivering Lean Manufacturing programs
• Motivating and supporting teams to achieve results
• Leadership, coaching, and performance management skills
• Micro Electronic manufacturing processes

We welcome applicants with relevant skills even if they lack experience in all areas. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.

Security Clearance: This role requires pre-employment screening per the UK Government’s BPSS, with possible additional vetting (SC or DV). For more info, please visit the provided links.

At Leonardo, we offer comprehensive benefits supporting wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance, including flexible leave, pension schemes, mental health support, online learning, and more. We promote an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourage diverse applicants.