Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Operations

Overview

In this role you will lead the manufacturing strategy for PCAs and final assemblies at Eastbourne, driving cost-effective, innovative production. You will enable the seamless introduction of new products, ensuring quality, delivery, safety, and cost targets are met. You will champion world-class manufacturing standards and position Eastbourne as a benchmark site. You will work with cross-functional teams to shape product quality and operational excellence. This role offers impact through shaping processes, investing in technology, and guiding a future-ready team.

Pay / Benefits

• on-site role in Eastbourne
• flexible ways of working
• career development opportunities
• global network and knowledge sharing
• focus on long-term development
• empowerment by leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a forward-looking capital investment plan for equipment renewal and capability expansion
• Set and drive ambitious OEE targets with robust support across manufacturing zones
• Collaborate with NPI teams to ensure manufacturability and balanced engineering resources
• Standardize NPI processes (routing timelines, DFMEA/PFMEA, build standards) and ensure readiness for volume production
• Ensure active participation in MR, TR, and PCP processes to embed design-for-manufacture excellence
• Optimize shop-floor layout for current and future operations and product introductions
• Lead SHE program and embed safety, quality, and process discipline into daily activities
• Drive VTPS deployment with the BPI Lead to foster continuous improvement across site
• Strengthen and evolve Manufacturing Engineering organisation through recruitment, capability development, and performance management
• Manage cost-centre budgets and headcount with accurate forecasting and transparent reporting
• Support Operations Manager in delivering site OGSM and long-term development
• Ensure compliance with ISO 45001:2018 and safety procedures

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical/electronics or manufacturing engineering or related field
• Strong experience in lean manufacturing
• Experience in electronics manufacturing processes and assembly (SMT and through-hole)
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic components and packaging
• People management experience with coaching ability
• Knowledge of PFMEA and DFMEA
• Fluent English communication (spoken and written)
• Understanding of MRP systems, ideally SAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong leadership skills

• strong communicator
• coaching and mentoring
• team leadership
• lean manufacturing
• NPI process management
• SMT and through-hole assembly know-how

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