Manufacturing Technology Expert

Reed Recruitment Türkiye; Manisa; On-site; TRY 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

REED Turkey is seeking a Manufacturing Technology Expert for our international manufacturing client. You will act as a technical expert within the global production network, developing and standardizing manufacturing concepts and leading international projects.

The role requires 5–7 years in manufacturing tech, strong knowledge of machining, plastics processing, and assembly, plus excellent English; willingness to travel internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing, production engineering, industrial engineering, or manufacturing technology.
• Experience leading technical projects and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of automation, digitalization, and modern manufacturing solutions.
• English proficiency and willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical expert within the global production network and support development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Develop, optimize, and standardize manufacturing concepts, processes, methods, and best practices across international sites.
• Lead and support international projects related to industrialization, technology development, production transfer, and continuous improvement.
• Develop manufacturing concepts for new and existing products from concept to implementation.
• Analyze production processes to identify optimization, automation, digitalization, quality, and productivity opportunities.
• Support selection, implementation, commissioning, validation, and release of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with product development, production, engineering, toolmaking, project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure robust solutions.
• Evaluate and implement innovative manufacturing technologies, automation, and digital tools.
• Provide technical guidance for process optimization and root cause analysis of issues.
• Define and implement global manufacturing standards and standard solutions.
• Support product industrialization with manufacturability and robust processes.
• Provide knowledge transfer across the global production network and conduct trainings.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

Strong communication

English language proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

NC programming

Machining software

Injection molding simulation tools

Job description

Founded in 1960 in the UK, REED has grown continuously and become a leading brand both in the UK and the international arena. Today REED has 350 offices with more than 3.000 employees and is providing services across 20 specialist sectors.

We work closely with experienced and qualified professionals across a wide range of industry sectors, delivering bespoke recruitment solutions on a variety of roles for mid and senior level.

As Reed Turkey, we are looking for a "Manufacturing Technology Expert" with the below requirements for our international manufacturing client.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a technical expert within the company’s global production network, supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Develop, optimize, and standardize manufacturing concepts, processes, methods, and best practices across international production sites.
• Lead and support international projects related to industrialization, technology development, production transfer, technology transfer, and continuous improvement.
• Develop manufacturing concepts for new and existing products from the concept phase through implementation.
• Analyze production processes and identify opportunities for optimization, automation, digitalization, quality improvement, and increased productivity.
• Support the selection, implementation, commissioning, validation, and release of manufacturing equipment, technologies, and processes.
• Collaborate closely with product development, production, engineering, toolmaking, project teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure robust, efficient, and manufacturable solutions.
• Evaluate and implement innovative manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, digital tools, and production methods.
• Provide technical support for process optimization, root cause analysis, and sustainable resolution of quality and manufacturing issues.
• Define, document, and implement global manufacturing standards and standard solutions.
• Support product industrialization with a strong focus on manufacturability, process robustness, and efficient production concepts.
• Provide technical guidance to international production sites and facilitate the transfer of knowledge and best practices across the global production network.
• Conduct technical training, workshops, and knowledge-sharing activities for international teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, production engineering, industrial engineering, or manufacturing technology.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and technologies, with expertise in one or more of the following areas: machining, assembly, plastics processing / injection molding.
• Experience in process development, optimization, industrialization, and/or technology implementation within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in technical project leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of automation, digitalization, and modern manufacturing solutions.
• Experience with relevant engineering and manufacturing software; knowledge of NC programming, machining software, or injection molding simulation tools is an advantage.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Very good command of written and spoken English.
• Willingness to work in an international environment and travel internationally when required.