Jim Lawrence Traditional Ironworks are a family run manufacturing business based in Hadleigh, specialising in lighting and home interiors.
We are seeking a Head of Manufacturing to lead the development and execution of strategies to drive productivity innovation and sustainable growth through process optimisation, technology integration and strategic planning. You will be a valuable member of the Senior Management Team, directing on strategy, driving continuous improvement and being a role model for the wider business.
Key areas of responsibility -
*Work alongside the Head of Production to address production bottlenecks, ensure planning schedules are met and resources are efficiently allocated.
*Develop and implement strategies to optimise production processes and engineering work flows.
*Align production and engineering goals, focussing on cost efficiency, innovation and sustainability.
*Lead the engineering team in designing, maintaining and improving production systems and equipment.
*Drive innovation in product design and manufacturing processes to ensure scalability and quality.
*Oversee compliance within industry standards, safety regulations and quality certifications.
*Inspire a quality culture across the business by managing all the quality processes across product development, production, supplier inspections and customer returns.
*Conduct root cause analysis to address operation inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
*Responsible for all Operations at secondary site in Clare.
*Champion Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies.
*Manage budgets for production and engineering, ensuring cost-effective solutions.
*Take responsibility for all machinery/engineering purchases, maintenance and servicing.
*Create and monitor KPI’s for productivity, quality and cost.
*Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing Design, QC and Engineering team by developing and maintaining a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
*Develop a succession plan to meet future production needs.
Essential experience and skills -
*Proven experience in a leadership role within production and engineering.
*Track record in strategy development and execution.
*Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
*Excellent knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering principles and project management.
*Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma and process optimisation
*Proven IT skills in ERP systems, CAD software and production planning tools.
*Strategic thinker and planner.
*Great communications skills, comfortable on shopfloor and office environment
*Demonstrable people management skills with the ability to balance multiple people challenges of varying complexities.
Desirable -
*Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Production Management or a relation field.
Benefits -
*Additional leave
*Company events
*Company pension
*Employee discount
*Free parking
*Health & wellbeing programme
*On-site parking
*Profit sharing
*Referral programme
*Sick pay
Schedule -
*8 hours shift - 08:30 - 17:00
*Monday to Friday
*On site
Salary depending on experience