Production Engineering Manager

WingTsun Schulen Sifu Günter Ippendorf; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a UK Production Engineering Manager to lead innovation and engineering excellence. You will be responsible for improving manufacturing processes through automation, lean practices, and quality assurance. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in production engineering, preferably in the automotive or aerospace sectors, along with expertise in Lean methodologies and strong leadership skills. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in production engineering, preferably in Tier 1 Automotive/Aerospace.
• Proven leadership in high-volume, quality-critical environments.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), TPM.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation and robotics strategies.
• Own and deliver UK sites Improvement Roadmap.
• Drive zero lost time accidents and quality through automation.

Skills

Production engineering experience

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview

Join Teconnex as UK Production Engineering Manager

Location: Keighley, UK

Be the driving force behind world-class manufacturing innovation.

Are you a visionary engineering leader ready to shape the future of advanced manufacturing? Teconnex is seeking a dynamic UK Production Engineering Manager to lead our transformation through automation, lean excellence, and cutting-edge industrial engineering.

Why This Role Matters

• Smart Automation & Industry 5.0 initiatives
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement strategies
• AI-driven Process Control & Predictive Maintenance
• Zero-defect Quality Engineering
• Digital Transformation & Smart Factory Capex Projects

Youll lead a high-performing team, mentor future engineering talent, and ensure our processes, tools, and technologies deliver on safety, quality, cost, and sustainability goals.

Your Impact

• Youll own and deliver the UK sites Improvement Roadmap, driving:
• Zero Lost Time Accidents (ISO45001)
• 100% Delivery Schedule Adherence
• Quality through automation & preventative engineering
• World-class cost performance via lean & digitalisation

What Youll Lead

• Multi-year automation & robotics strategy
• Lean cell design, factory layout optimisation
• New product introductions with flawless execution
• Capex investments in smart manufacturing & AI
• Engineering support for production, maintenance & quality
• Behavioural safety leadership and ISO compliance
• Talent development, succession planning & team culture

What You Bring

• 10+ years in production engineering (Tier 1 Automotive/Aerospace preferred)
• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
• Proven leadership in high-volume, quality-critical environments
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), TPM
• Experience with automation, robotics, vision systems, and MES platforms
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / SolidWorks

Be Part of Something Bigger

At Teconnex, we dont just manufacturewe innovate. Youll be at the forefront of global operations, helping us build smarter, safer, and more sustainable manufacturing systems.

Ready to lead the future of engineering?

Apply now and become the catalyst for change at Teconnex UK.

Please ensure that you have the right to work in the uk - no sponsorship

No agencies please only direct application are acceptable

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