Rail Production Manager – Lean Operations & Continuous Improvement

Alstom; Wembley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Wembley is seeking a Production Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations, driving reliable, high‑quality rail solutions. You will partner with engineering, quality and supply chain teams to ensure scalable processes and continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and proven leadership in production/operations management, preferably in rail or heavy industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience in production or operations management, preferably in rail or heavy industry.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, process optimisation, and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of safety standards, quality assurance, and supply chain principles.
• Flexible, adaptable, and resilient, with the ability to lead teams through operational change, business transformation, and evolving customer requirements within a fast‑paced rail environment.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience developing, coaching, and engaging multidisciplinary teams to achieve operational targets and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, supply chain, quality, and senior management functions.

Responsibilities

• Drive scalable production processes to meet growing demand and future-proof operations.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration between engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Ensure reliability and consistency in output through robust quality control systems.
• Champion continuous improvement and implement innovative manufacturing methodologies.
• Promote knowledge sharing and upskilling within your team to build collective expertise.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Lean manufacturing

Process optimisation

ERP systems

Safety standards

Quality assurance

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Alstom in Wembley is seeking a Production Manager to lead and optimise manufacturing operations, driving reliable, high‑quality rail solutions. You will partner with engineering, quality and supply chain teams to ensure scalable processes and continuous improvement.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and proven leadership in production/operations management, preferably in rail or heavy industry.