Manufacturing Manager
CV-LibraryCambridge, CambridgeshirepermanentPosted: 13 July 2026
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A leading high-technology manufacturer is seeking a commercially minded Manufacturing Manager to lead and develop all production operations. You will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient, high-quality and scalable manufacturing, supporting both current programmes and future growth.
This is a key leadership role driving operational excellence within a regulated environment, overseeing production, supply chain, quality and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities - Manufacturing Manager - Cambridge
Required Experience
* Proven leadership within a manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain and operations
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems and KPI management
* Background in quality, compliance and ISO environments
* Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
* Engineering or technical qualification
Production & Operations
* Lead daily production to achieve delivery, quality and efficiency targets
* Execute manufacturing schedules in line with customer demand
* Oversee manufacturing, purchasing and supplier coordination
* Ensure effective use of ERP/MRP systems
* Monitor KPIs and resolve operational risks
Quality & Compliance
* Maintain ISO, regulatory and health & safety compliance
* Support audits and ensure consistent quality standards
* Promote a culture of quality and process discipline
Continuous Improvement
* Drive lean and operational excellence initiatives
* Improve efficiency, production flow and on-time delivery
* Support automation and process improvements
People Leadership
* Lead, mentor and develop production teams
* Drive performance, accountability and engagement
* Ensure effective cross-functional communication
Commercial & Strategy
* Support operational strategy, cost control and business growth
* Align manufacturing capacity with customer demand
* Provide reporting and insight to leadership
A great opportunity to take ownership of manufacturing within an innovative and growing engineering business
A leading high-technology manufacturer is seeking a commercially minded Manufacturing Manager to lead and develop all production operations. You will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient, high-quality and scalable manufacturing, supporting both current programmes and future growth.
This is a key leadership role driving operational excellence within a regulated environment, overseeing production, supply chain, quality and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities - Manufacturing Manager - Cambridge
Required Experience
* Proven leadership within a manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain and operations
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems and KPI management
* Background in quality, compliance and ISO environments
* Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills
* Engineering or technical qualification
Production & Operations
* Lead daily production to achieve delivery, quality and efficiency targets
* Execute manufacturing schedules in line with customer demand
* Oversee manufacturing, purchasing and supplier coordination
* Ensure effective use of ERP/MRP systems
* Monitor KPIs and resolve operational risks
Quality & Compliance
* Maintain ISO, regulatory and health & safety compliance
* Support audits and ensure consistent quality standards
* Promote a culture of quality and process discipline
Continuous Improvement
* Drive lean and operational excellence initiatives
* Improve efficiency, production flow and on-time delivery
* Support automation and process improvements
People Leadership
* Lead, mentor and develop production teams
* Drive performance, accountability and engagement
* Ensure effective cross-functional communication
Commercial & Strategy
* Support operational strategy, cost control and business growth
* Align manufacturing capacity with customer demand
* Provide reporting and insight to leadership
A great opportunity to take ownership of manufacturing within an innovative and growing engineering business