Production Engineering Manager

Omega Plc; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing leader in the UK is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee the development of machining shop strategies and CNC processes. The role demands strong leadership skills and knowledge in CNC machining, tooling, and Lean Manufacturing principles. Responsibilities include optimizing operations, supporting new product introductions, and improving machining processes through team engagement and KPI monitoring. The position offers a competitive salary along with a car allowance and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

£8,000 car allowance

27 days holiday + Bank Holidays

8% employer contribution

Share scheme

Private Healthcare

Annual bonus (based on company performance)

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prioritize work to changing requirements.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, tooling, and fixture design.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop machine shop support strategies and oversee cap-ex proposals.
• Ensure programming standards for CNC machining centres.
• Support new product introduction with process validation.
• Oversee design and improvement of machining processes.
• Implement tooling strategies for flexibility and accuracy.
• Lead Kaizen events for efficiency improvements.
• Monitor KPIs performance and report on process improvements.
• Provide advice and training on machining best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

CNC machining knowledge

Negotiation skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Responsibilities

Development of machine shop support strategy, investments, oversee preparation of cap‑ex proposals to ensure the plant efficiency safety, optimisation, efficiently through flexible processes, methods, equipment and outsourced processes.

Ensure consistent programming standards for multi axis CNC machining centres to ensure flexibility and machine optimisation.

Support new product introduction with process validation, capability studies and preventive maintenance.

Oversee the design and improvement of machining processes for CNC milling, turning, grinding operations and provision and maintenance of associated work instructions in support of these.

Implement tooling strategies and fixture designs to maximize flexibility, efficiency and accuracy.

Lead / participate in Kaizen events focused on improving customer service, efficiency and reducing downtime. Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to machining operations.

Monitor and report on KPIs performance, efficiency savings, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), scrap rates, and cycle times.

Prepare reports for senior management on process performance and improvement initiatives.

Provide advice and training on machining best practices and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prioritise work to changing requirements.
• Strong motivational and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, tooling, and fixture design.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software (e.g. MES, Inspection Manager).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex machining issues.
• Relevant leadership / supervisory experience in a manufacturing discipline.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• £8,000 car allowance
• 27 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• 8% employer contribution
• Share scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Annual bonus (based on company performance)

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.