The Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Manufacturing Manager to lead our workshop and off-site production operations. Reporting to the Manufacturing Director, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality manufacturing activities across the business.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader with a passion for operational excellence, LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement. You will be responsible for ensuring products are delivered on time, within budget and fully compliant with quality and safety standards while developing and supporting a high-performing manufacturing team.
Leadership and Management
- Lead, motivate and support manufacturing teams while promoting company values and behaviours
- Foster a positive safety culture where health, safety and wellbeing are prioritised
- Set objectives, conduct performance reviews and support training and development plans
- Encourage effective communication and collaboration across departments
Manufacturing & Production Management
- Plan and control manufacturing activities to meet programme, cost, quality and safety requirements
- Align labour and resource planning with business and project demands
- Drive “right first time” manufacturing through adherence to approved designs and specifications
- Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions where necessary
LEAN Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Embed LEAN manufacturing principles including 5S, standard work and visual management
- Lead waste reduction and workflow optimisation initiatives
- Support standardisation, modularity and repeatable manufacturing solutions
- Monitor LEAN maturity and identify opportunities for ongoing improvement
Material Handling, Logistics & Lifting Operations
- Manage workshop logistics and material handling processes
- Optimise workshop layouts, traffic management and space utilisation
- Ensure lifting operations comply with LOLER, PUWER and company procedures
- Work collaboratively with SHEQ and project teams to minimise operational risks
SHEQ & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with SHEQ policies, procedures and statutory requirements
- Maintain effective risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work
- Support investigations into incidents, near misses and non-conformances
- Ensure inspection, testing and certification requirements are achieved
Requirements
Essential Experience & Knowledge
- Proven experience in manufacturing or production management within an engineered or industrial environment
- Demonstrable leadership and people management experience
- Strong understanding of LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Experience managing material handling, workshop logistics and lifting operations
- Knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and safe systems of work
- Strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills
Essential Qualifications
- Full UK Driving Licence
Key Skills & Attributes
- Proactive and results-driven approach
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- High standards of professionalism, integrity and accountability
- Collaborative and supportive management style
- Committed to safety, quality and customer satisfaction
- Flexible, reliable and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong multitasking and decision-making capability
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Health cash plan with Healthshield
- Standard Life Pension Scheme – 5% company contribution
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Bike 2 Work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee referral scheme – £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
- Employee recognition schemes
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.
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