Manufacturing Manager

JR United Kingdom; Omagh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer seeks a Manufacturing Manager for their Omagh facility. This senior role involves leading a team of engineers to drive operational excellence through lean practices and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess significant leadership experience and a strong background in high-volume manufacturing.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

32 days holiday

Pension & life assurance

Westfield healthcare

Free on-site parking

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in lean manufacturing practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers focusing on continuous improvement.
• Oversee process design and manufacturing readiness for new products.
• Champion lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP Systems (Oracle preferred)

CAD Tools

Job description

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Reporting To: Operations Director
Contact - Conor O'Hagan

Top 3 Things to Know About This Role:

• Leadership Opportunity - Take charge of a dynamic engineering team driving operational excellence through lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Influence - Shape manufacturing strategy across multiple production lines with high visibility and cross-functional collaboration.
• Career Growth - Join a global industry leader with strong investment in talent development and operational innovation.

We're working exclusively with a global manufacturing organisation to recruit a Manufacturing Manager for their Omagh facility. This is a senior leadership position reporting directly to the Operations Director and forming part of the site's leadership team.

The Role:
You will lead a team of engineers, driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale. Your remit will include overseeing new product and process introductions, developing standardised work, implementing lean tools, and managing cross-functional collaboration across production, HSE, and design functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and motivate a team of engineers with clearly defined objectives.
• Oversee process design and improvement, manufacturing data accuracy (ERP), and production readiness for new products.
• Champion lean methodologies (5S, Kaizen, JIT, Kanban, etc.) to eliminate waste and drive efficiency.
• Support safe working practices and contribute to the HSE steering group.
• Implement reward and recognition strategies to enhance team morale and engagement.
• Collaborate with operations to optimise assembly flow and production line efficiency.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Degree-qualified or equivalent in Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant leadership experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in lean manufacturing and driving cultural change.
• Hands-on experience with fabrication, cutting, or welding is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and CAD tools.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary and bonus
• 32 days holiday
• Pension & life assurance
• Westfield healthcare
• Free on-site parking
• Access to LinkedIn Learning & career progression opportunities
• Inclusive, safety-first culture with global reach and stability

For further information, and to apply for this Operations Management position or other engineering opportunities, please contact Conor O'Hagan or visit our Website.

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