Manufacturing Lead

We're working with an established manufacturing business based in Aberystwyth, operating within a technology-led, high-value engineering sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Manufacturing Lead to take full responsibility for their Manufacturing function.

This is a senior leadership role with accountability for both the strategic direction and day-to-day performance of manufacturing, working closely with cross-functional teams to support current operations and future growth.

You will be responsible for developing manufacturing people, processes and strategy to deliver high-quality, technically complex products. The role combines leadership, operational excellence and collaboration, ensuring manufacturing supports business objectives while embedding a strong continuous improvement culture.

• Lead the full Manufacturing function, including production, stores and logistics
• Act as the Manufacturing representative across the wider business
• Develop and deliver a Manufacturing strategy aligned with long-term business objectives
• Champion continuous improvement and modern manufacturing practices
• Work closely with Sales and Operations to deliver customer orders and plan against forecasts
• Support New Product Introduction through structured gating processes with Engineering and related teams
• Ensure training plans and records are maintained across the department
• Build and manage supplier relationships and oversee stock control
• Hold departmental sign-off responsibility for documentation, training and budgets
• Take full accountability for manufacturing health & safety
• Facilitate internal and external audits and site visits
• Oversee onboarding and development of new team members
• Drive innovation while maintaining quality and compliance
• Promote engagement, recognition and team development

• Proven people leadership experience including coaching, development and performance management
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability
• Effective communicator able to work collaboratively across departments
• Ability to prioritise, delegate and manage competing demands
• Comfortable adopting and implementing new technologies
• Experience working within cross-functional environments
• Knowledge and experience using MRP systems
• Strong IT literacy across standard Windows-based applications

• Senior leadership role with real influence over manufacturing strategy
• Hybrid working (one day per week from home)
• Competitive salary up to £60,000
• Profit share paid twice yearly
• Stable business with long-term growth plans
• Opportunity to build, lead and develop a high-performing manufacturing team

For more information or to apply, contact :

Lewis Phillips

Manufacturing Lead
• London, England, GB