Manufacturing Manager

Cortech Talent Solutions Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Team Lead to oversee production processes in Exeter. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of experience in manufacturing and supervisory roles. You'll be responsible for resolving technical issues, improving efficiency, and leading a team. This role offers competitive salary of up to £55,000 and benefits like 25 days holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Cash plan

Pension 5%

25 days holidays

Critical illness

Income protection

Cycle to work

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer.
• Experience in an engineering supervisory role, preferably in a regulated industry.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing production and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to resolve technical problems in manufacturing processes.
• Oversee the design and implementation of production processes.
• Improve efficiency and quality of production.

Skills

Experience as a Manufacturing Engineer

Engineering supervisory role experience

Leadership skills

Knowledge of manufacturing production processes

Project management experience

Education

Engineering Degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP & MRP systems

3D printers

Job description

Role : Manufacturing Engineer Team Lead

Location : Exeter (onsite)

Salary : £55,000 max

Benefits : cash plan, pension 5%, 25 days holidays, critical illness, income protection, cycle to work

Growth Plans

Not only are we established but we also have huge growth plans for 2026 and plan to triple our turnover.

Luckily we are only 1 of 3 companies likes this in the UK and have won many awards for growth and engineering in the UK.

Your Role

• The position entails working within the Services Division of our Production department and leading a small team to resolve technical problems, selecting the best manufacturing processes and suppliers and working closely with the design team to make improvements for future manufacturing.
• Overall purpose of your role is to oversee the design and implementation of production processes to ensure a high-level of manufacturing for the business. You are responsible for improving efficiency and quality of the production processes to produce a better product, at a lower cost.
• This is a highly interactive role internally and externally, and developing strong, supportive working relationships will be key for the success of this role and your department.

Experience, knowledge and skills

Essential skills

• 5+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer.
• Experience in an engineering supervisory role, preferably within a similarly regulated industry.
• Engineering Degree : in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical or industrial engineering.
• Demonstrable experience in leading and motivating different technical teams.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing production and processes.
• Experience of successfully managing and completing complex projects.
• Experience in successful operating ERP & MRP systems.

Desirable skills

• Experience in the use of 3D printers.
• Knowledge of engineering science.
• Master’s degree in manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in operating and / or implementing six sigma manufacturing and lean manufacturing processes.
• Experience in implementing MRP systems.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and to think on your feet when things to go exactly to plan.
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to deliver within agreed timeframes but also have a passion to improve these lead times.
• Ability to work accurately and under time pressure due to production needs.
• Safety mindset.
• Passion for efficiency and process improvement.
• Enjoy developing and training people.
• Enjoy sharing best practices across the business.

How to apply?

Please send a CV to [e-mail]