Manufacturing Manager - Prod Process and Equip

Baker Hughes; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in the United Kingdom is seeking a professional to define and control the production process, including tooling and equipment. The role requires leading a small manufacturing unit with a significant budget. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, strong communication and leadership skills, and at least three years of experience in production processes and equipment. This role offers a chance to lead initiatives and coordinate multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Production Process and Equipment.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and control production process including tooling and equipment.
• Redefine processes and procedures regularly with other functions.
• Lead a small manufacturing unit with a budget greater than 1.5 million.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Problem identification and solution skills

Analytical ability

Organizational ability

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college

High school diploma / GED with 4 years of experience in Manufacturing

Job description

Responsibilities, authorities and accountabilities

• Define and control production process including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment. Includes Manufacturing Engineers.
• Redefine processes and procedures on a regular basis and require frequent interaction with adjacent functions (e.g. engineering, planning, maintenance)
• Handles latitude in manufacturing techniques. Manufacturing process requires choosing right approaches. Employees should have technical know-how.
• Leads a small manufacturing unit with a budget > 1.5 million.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing). Minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Production Process and Equipment.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to influence others and lead small teams. Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact. Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. Effective problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability.