Manufacturing Group Manager

Manufacturing Group Manager

Final date to receive applications: 14 August 2026

Department: Operations - Manufacturing

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Norwich, United Kingdom

Reporting To: Steven Wright

Ansible Motion is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Group Manager to lead and develop our manufacturing function as we continue to grow and deliver world-leading Driver-in-the-Loop simulator systems.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing our manufacturing teams, developing manufacturing capability and ensuring the successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of manufacturing operations, including production planning, assembly, stock control, process improvement, resource management and operational performance.

The Manufacturing Group Manager will lead a multi-disciplinary manufacturing team comprising Planning, Stock Control, Mechanical Assembly, Electrical Assembly and Systems Assembly. Working closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement and Project Management teams, you will ensure the efficient manufacture and delivery of highly complex simulator systems to customers around the world.

A key aspect of the role will be driving the effective use of our ERP platform across the manufacturing organisation, ensuring accurate data, robust processes, inventory control and operational visibility. You will champion continuous improvement initiatives and help develop the manufacturing capability needed to support future business growth.

• Lead and manage the Manufacturing Group and its constituent teams.
• Create a positive, collaborative and high-performing working environment.
• Develop team capability through coaching, mentoring and performance management.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Support business growth through effective management of manufacturing resources and capability.
• Build strong working relationships across Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain and Project Management functions.

• Manage the production and assembly of multiple large-scale simulator systems.
• Ensure manufacturing activities are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate resources, materials and facilities to meet project and production schedules.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and address operational challenges proactively.
• Support effective capacity planning and workload management.
• Ensure manufacturing objectives are aligned with wider business goals.

• Drive effective adoption and utilisation of ERP processes across manufacturing operations.
• Ensure production orders, bills of materials, routings and inventory transactions are accurately maintained.
• Promote data accuracy, process compliance and best practice system usage.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure ERP data supports efficient manufacturing execution.
• Use ERP reporting and management information to support operational decision making.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, visibility and operational performance through system and process improvements.

• Plan and prioritise manufacturing activities to meet customer and project requirements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and stakeholders to support successful product delivery.
• Monitor production schedules and resolve bottlenecks where required.
• Support risk management and contingency planning within manufacturing operations.
• Ensure resources and materials are available to support agreed delivery plans.

• Lead manufacturing process improvement initiatives.
• Develop and implement new processes, procedures and best practices.
• Drive quality, efficiency and productivity improvements across the manufacturing operation.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Promote Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies where appropriate.
• Monitor key performance indicators and identify opportunities for operational enhancement.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing, production or operations environment.
• Proven…