Project Manager, Manufacturing Technology

Danfoss GmbH; Warwick; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Project Manager for Manufacturing Technology to optimize production processes and enhance automation systems. This role involves collaborating with a skilled team to drive improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency across global production sites. Ideal candidates will have engineering experience, knowledge of digital systems, and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in optimizing manufacturing setups and processes.
• Knowledge of automation and technology in production.
• Proficiency in English for a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support upgrading our production lines.
• Standardize processes across global production sites.
• Troubleshoot and debug existing processes and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new production technologies.

Skills

Operational mindset

Experience with digital systems

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS SQL

MES/MOM systems

Job description

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Project Manager, Manufacturing Technology

Requisition ID: 45060

Job Location(s): Multiple locations

Warwick, GB / Easley, SC, US / Reynosa, MX / Reggio Emilia, IT

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment

Job Function: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: On-site

The Impact You'll Make

Danfoss is proud to be at the forefront of driving a global transformation indigital and electric solutions that increase productivity and energy efficiency. We are truly passionate about investment, and innovation, as we continue to support our customers' journey towards a greener and lower-carbon future.

We now have an opportunity to recruit a Project Manager for Manufacturing Technology within our Valves global manufacturing team (VPS) within Danfoss Power Solutions.

This team works on a high portion of new projects, and therefore has ambition to develop and upgrade our production systems and with a view developing our business further. This role will play an integral role in driving that activity, with a focus primarily on our Cartridge and HIC Assembly and Test activities. You'll become a champion of sustaining and advancing our growth journey, while developing and improving production set-up across our global footprint, with a focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost. This involves implementing automation and adopting a "work smarter" approach to ensure continuous improvements.

You'll work alongside 6 highly dedicated and skilled Project Manufacturing Managers and Specialists, in a closely-knit team who prioritise teamwork and proactivity. This position is ideal for you if you see yourself working in global environment with highly technical products and processes, thrive with various tasks, a dynamic work environment, anddeveloping organization growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will play a crucial role in optimizing our manufacturing set-up, processes and systems. Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and support upgrading our production lines (assemblies and testing) to upper automation level and systems to ensure best in class operations set-up.
• Together with production localities create standard interface for lines globally which will fit ISA95.
• Standardize processes across global Cartridge and HIC production sites.
• Trouble shoot production system and IT related issues, taking the lead with involved stakeholders.
• Debugging and troubleshooting existing processes and systems to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Implementing solutions to enhance next step of operator guide systems, traceability systems and DB structure to ensure best practice and ensuring ISA95 compliance
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new production technologies and production software – global cooperation with production technicians and leaders.
• Providing technical support and training to Production Engineers and Maintenance to ensure smooth operation of processes and server/DB equipment.
• MES/MOM – support global system architect in building MES/MOM system with taking care of fitting our manufacturing set-up in VPS-Valves in all localities.
• Together with production localities create standard interface for lines globally which will fit ISA95

Finally, you will also contribute to automating and upgrading various production processes to achieve higher output, better quality, and reduced costs in daily operation.

What We're Looking For

• Whether you are an experienced technician or an engineer by education, we value experience in a similar role, with experience in manufacturing assemblies, hydraulic testing and systems, with understanding of automation being advantageous.
• Most important is that you have an operational mindset and that you are experienced with, or have a natural flair for, working with different suppliers, various digital systems, and database structures. You'll know how to read and write MS SQL queries and are knowledgeable about MES/MOM, with a keen interest in further developing these skills.
• As we operate in a multicultural and international environment, proficiency in English is needed.
• On a more personal level, you demonstrate strength in teamwork, possess effective communication skills, and are adaptable to changes. Your analytical skills enable you to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, showcasing a results-driven approach.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

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Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.