Manufacturing Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; New Mills; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a proactive Manufacturing Project Manager to oversee New Product Introduction (NPI) activities. This role involves coordinating multidisciplinary teams, developing manufacturing strategies, and ensuring efficient project management within a high-tech engineering environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a degree in a STEM subject, demonstrating motivation and organization. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge product and process design.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension

Discretionary annual bonus

Subsidized onsite restaurants

Free parking

Car sharing scheme

24-hour fitness centers

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within a manufacturing context.
• Strong communication skills in both technical and business environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Manufacturing NPI teams' input within the Product Innovation Process.
• Develop manufacturing strategies and manage project readiness.

Skills

Project management experience

Excellent communication skills

Proficient IT skills

High personal discipline

Education

Degree in a STEM subject (2:1 or above)

Job description

Manufacturing Project Manager, New Mills

Client: Renishaw

Location: New Mills, United Kingdom

Job Category: Manufacturing

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 76c9061efb3c

Job Views: 16

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Manager for the operational aspects of manufacturing NPI support activities within the Renishaw Group. The role involves managing Manufacturing New Product Introduction (NPI) functional groups to generate Manufacturing Strategies and Gate Reviews as part of the New Product Development PIP process. The Project Manager will act as the local Manufacturing point of contact for seconded resources and ensure resource pools align with Product Division needs.

This position is responsible for Project Management of manufacturing NPI support activities, ensuring prompt and efficient service to divisional product development groups.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Coordinate and facilitate the Manufacturing NPI teams' input within the Product Innovation Process.
2. Coordinate multidisciplinary activities of manufacturing teams to support new product development.
3. Create and maintain manufacturing activity plans and documentation, ensuring adherence to processes and best practices.
4. Develop manufacturing strategies aligned with broader manufacturing goals, identifying risks and proposing mitigations.
5. Manage Gate Review responses, incorporating input from functional areas and assessing project readiness.
6. Report regularly on project status, risks, and mitigations through various communication channels.
7. Oversee seconded resource requirements and work with teams to address actions and mitigations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate high personal discipline, motivation, and responsibility for project success. They should be proactive, highly organized, flexible, and able to prioritize effectively under pressure. Strong communication skills in technical and business contexts are essential.

Key requirements

• Project management experience
• Degree in a STEM subject (2:1 or above)
• Excellent communication and social skills
• Proficient IT skills
• Enthusiastic and motivated personality
• Genuine interest in working in a high-tech engineering environment

Desirable requirements

• Knowledge of Design for Manufacture/Assembly principles
• Experience in manufacturing operations and processes
• Experience in a New Product Introduction environment

What you will gain

Experience as part of a manufacturing and NPI environment, contributing to cutting-edge product and process design and implementation.

Benefits

Renishaw offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, subsidized onsite restaurants and coffee shops, free parking, car sharing scheme, and 24-hour fitness centers (availability varies by site). We promote a healthy work-life balance through a hybrid working policy, flexible working hours, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, life assurance, cycle-to-work scheme, enhanced maternity pay, health cash plan, BUPA health trust, and employee assistance programs. For more details, please click here for benefits and diversity & inclusion information.

Employment Type: Permanent

Time Type: Full time

Requisition Number: R7042