Production Engineering Manager (Design & Manufacturing)
Production Engineering Manager (Design & Manufacturing)
Location: Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven Production Engineering Manager (Design & Manufacturing) to lead our clients engineering and production functions. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on engineering professional who can bridge the gap between product design and manufacturing, ensuring innovative products are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and to the highest quality standards.
The successful candidate will oversee engineering design, production processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross‑functional project delivery while leading a team of engineers and production specialists.
Key Responsibilities for Production Engineering Manager (Design & Manufacturing)
- Leading, mentoring and managing the Production Engineering team, providing technical guidance and leadership.
- Oversee product design and development activities, ensuring designs are manufacturable and cost-effective.
- Drive Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles throughout the product lifecycle.
- Develop and implement manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
- Manage engineering projects from concept through to production launch.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) activities and product improvements.
- Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) relating to quality, cost, delivery, and safety.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Procurement, and Sales teams to achieve business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
- Manage engineering budgets, resources, and capital investment projects.
Skills & Experience Required for Production Engineering Manager (Design & Manufacturing)
- Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Design, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in a Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Engineering Management role.
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