Manufacturing Manager – Electro-Mechanical Production

About the role

The Manufacturing Manager will lead all production and manufacturing activities for a new department within an award‑winning high‑technology company. Based in North Cambridge, you will be responsible for planning, supply‑chain coordination, quality performance and driving continuous improvement across the operation.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee production planning and execution for low‑volume, highly configurable electro‑mechanical products.
• Coordinate supply‑chain activities, purchasing and inventory management.
• Maintain and improve quality systems and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Own ERP/MRP system usage, data integrity and reporting.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and monitor operational performance.

Required profile

• Engineering or relevant technical degree.
• Proven experience managing a low‑volume electro‑mechanical manufacturing facility.
• Strong understanding of supply‑chain operations, purchasing and production planning.
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality systems, compliance and best‑practice manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP/MRP ownership.
• Track record of delivering operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Electro‑mechanical manufacturing
• ERP/MRP systems
• Supply‑chain operations
• Production planning
• Purchasing
• Quality systems
• Compliance
• Continuous improvement

What we offer

• Competitive salary (details on application)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Additional benefits package