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Manufacturing Manager - Custom Solutions
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bristol
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Manufacturing Manager – Custom Solutions
Location: Bristol
Reports To: Operations Manager
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Business
My client are a leading engineering business specialising in high-quality fluid transfer systems. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and customer focus, they provide bespoke solutions across a range of industries. Part of there ambitious growth strategy, they are looking to appoint an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead their Custom Solutions (CS) team and play a key role in driving production performance and customer satisfaction.
The Role
As Manufacturing Manager – Custom Solutions, you will oversee the daily operations of a growing manufacturing function, ensuring high-quality, timely delivery of customised assemblies. You will be responsible for production planning, team management, quality compliance (ISO 9001 and SQS), and continuous process improvement. Working closely with senior leadership, you will help shape operational strategy and support the business in achieving key growth targets.
Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Fulfilment
Manage daily operations of the Custom Solutions team, including resource planning and scheduling.
Drive process efficiency through lean manufacturing and effective resource allocation.
Collaborate across departments to ensure timely, high-quality deliveries.
Technical Competency
Maintain a deep understanding of core products and services within fluid systems.
Provide technical leadership and support continuous learning within the team.
Quality Assurance
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality standards.
Manage inspections, testing, non-conformances, and process updates.
Lead initiatives to reduce scrap and improve product consistency.
Leadership & Team Development
Coach, mentor, and develop team members through performance reviews and training.
Support succession planning and team scalability as the business grows.
Health & Safety
Promote and ensure a safe working environment with zero lost-time incidents.
Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
Key Objectives
Revenue Growth Targets: £5.5m (2025), £7.5m (2026), £10m (2027), £25m (2035)
On-Time In Full (OTIF): Reach 100% within 6 months
Productivity: Increase by 15% per associate
Weld Efficiency: Reduce average weld time to 10 minutes
Revenue per Associate: Increase by 10%
Scrap Rate: Reduce by 50% within 12 months
Health & Safety: Achieve zero lost-time incidents each quarter
Training: 100% of production staff to complete core skills training within 6 months
What They Are Looking ForEssential
5+ years’ experience in manufacturing or operational management
HND (or equivalent) in a technical discipline
Strong leadership and team development experience
Technical knowledge of assembly and fabrication processes
Familiarity with ISO 9001, lean methodologies, and quality systems
Proficient in interpreting CAD/P&ID drawings and using ERP/CRM tools (SAP, HubSpot, etc.)
Preferred
Degree-level education in engineering, manufacturing, or related discipline
Experience in process improvement and project management
Background in fluid systems or related industries
Competency with business development or cross-functional leadership
Working Environment
Office-based with flexibility for occasional home working
Regional travel required for training and development
Must hold a full UK driving licence
Comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment with PPE
Why Apply?
Join a fast-growing business in a technically challenging and rewarding industry
Lead a skilled team and influence company-wide performance
Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking leadership group
Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
How to Apply
For more information on this role, please contact Harvey Clough on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed)
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