Are you a Senior Manufacturing Manager / Head of Manufacturing capable of leading and developing manufacturing capability of complex electro-mechanical products in a low to medium volume manufacturer?
Are you looking to make a significant contribution to the development of next generation E-Drive systems, find solutions to complex challenges and take ownership in delivering outstanding products in a truly innovative environment?
We are seeking a Head of Manufacturing to lead our multi-disciplined manufacturing teams, taking ownership over the manufacturing facilities, processes and systems. You will plan/schedule build projects and support design for manufacture to establish an ultra-modern manufacturing function where we can continue to build our revolutionary technology.
Innovation is at the heart of everything we do here at Integral Powertrain (IP). Our e-drive technology has set new standards in electric powertrain, smashed world records and recognised with a multitude of industry awards.
For over 20 years you will have seen our products in action in prestigious high-performance vehicles including most recently the Lotus Evija and Aston Martin Valkyrie. We have also supported many motorsport teams to achieve great things on the track.
We are building our name on ground-breaking technology, in some cases – products that our customers previously didn’t think were possible! We love what we do, come and engineer the future with us!
As an employee of Integral Powertrain, you will receive ongoing personal development, training opportunities and a generous benefits package including a Contributory Pension Scheme, Life assurance and Private medical insurance.
Our Head of Manufacturing will:
- Develop manufacturing capability and processes, supporting senior management in decision making and company strategy related to manufacturing
- Support creation of manufacturing cost models, supporting pricing for new projects
- Support DFM processes - leading the communication of manufacturing requirements
- Take leadership of tooling methods, specification and supplier agreements
- Support the make / buy decisions
- Development (in conjunction with Quality Manager) of appropriate and effective quality documentation and controls for manufacturing, ensuring compatibility with TS16949 standard
- Leadership of VA/VE to contribute to the continual improvement of the company’s manufacturing costs and capacity, and to meet the budgeted production cost
- Lead a multi-skilled manufacturing team, supporting planning and prioritising of work, performance and resources
- Continuous development of manufacturing methods to create high quality products and driving change
- Develop and manage KPI’s to improve the efficiency, quality and reliability of the manufacturing team and the products they assemble
- Research and investigate new manufacturing methods and technologies
- Ensure department operates in accordance to the Health and Safety rules and regulations
About You:
- Strong experience in a fast-paced manufacturing / production environment, ideally with some working knowledge of low to medium volume manufacture of complex electro-mechanical products
- A relevant qualification (ideally a degree) in a manufacturing related subject
- Capable of driving change and manufacturing process development
- A strong understanding of MRP systems related to small batch manufacture with high value products
- Able to build and develop a high performing, multi-disciplined team
- Process driven and open minded in process innovation, inspiring a team to adopt and implement change
You may previously have worked as a Manufacturing Manager, Operations Manager, Senior Manufacturing Manager, Manufacturing Director
If you think you have the skills and experience required to become our Head of Manufacturing , apply now!