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 -
- Enhanced Annual Leave of 25 days plus bank holidays
- Company pension 3% to 5%
- Free on-site parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- 40% Employee Discount
- Company Sick Pay
Schedule -
8 hours shift - 08:30 - 17:00
Monday to Friday
On site
Salary depending on experience