Manufacturing Manager – Automotive/Electronics

Our client is a Tier 1 automotive supplier based in the West Midlands. They are now looking for a Manufacturing Manager as the current post holder has been offered a promotion.

We are looking for an experienced candidate who has experience in coordinating, scheduling and managing the workshop staff and activities to ensure products are manufactured, delivered and installed to customer specifications and quality in a cost effective and timely manner.

KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will manage the manufacturing team including mentoring and developing staff
• You must have experience in managing and developing workflow, workshop practices and housekeeping
• You will be charged with managing project installations on customer sites
• The incumbent will ensure resources are used efficiently through continuous improvement
• Previous experience in planning, managing, updating and delivering on time, within budget and to customers specification
• You will also identify and communicate potential bottle-necks with the Operations Manager
• Set and manage performance targets
• Provide input to contract/project review meetings as required
• The position will involve travel to suppliers or customer installations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

HNC/HND or a Degree, appropriate professional or chartered bodies, full clean driving licence.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Workshop management experience is expected
• Continuous improvement of workshop practices
• Experience/knowledge of bespoke electrical/electronic manufacturing and assembly
• Good communication skills and IT literate
• A high degree of initiative, resourcefulness and problem-solving skills
• Manufacturing management, leadership or equivalent experience
• Highly organised, able to plan, manage and deliver challenging projects
• Must possess an automotive or electronics background.