Manufacturing Manager - Optics

Manufacturing Manager - Optics

Are you an experienced Manufacturing & Production Manager with a strong background in optics, sensors, or bio-related product manufacturing?

Do you want to join a pioneering company specialising in advanced measurement and instrumentation solutions, where people, quality, and continuous improvement genuinely matter?

Reporting to senior leadership, you will take full responsibility for manufacturing operations, leading a highly skilled workforce producing small, bespoke, high-precision components in a cell-based manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities for this Manufacturing Manager role in Aberystwyth, Wales:

• Lead manufacturing operations across a team of approximately 25 people, with 5 direct reports (cell leaders & logistics/stores leadership)
• Drive a strong process and continuous improvement culture, improving quality, efficiency, and delivery performance
• Oversee production planning, logistics, and stores functions to ensure smooth end-to-end operations
• Support and develop your leadership team, ensuring engagement, accountability, and performance

Requirements for this Manufacturing Manager role based in Aberystwyth, Wales:

• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Manager / Production Manager within optics, sensors, bio-manufacturing, or precision engineering
• Demonstrated background in process improvement / continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience managing manufacturing teams in a cell-based production environment
• Strong people leadership skills able to motivate, develop, and build trust across teams

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