South Devon | £50,000 + Career Growth Opportunity
A well-established and highly innovative manufacturing business in South Devon is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to join its leadership team during an exciting period of investment and growth.
Operating within a specialist industrial manufacturing environment, the company is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation.
The Role
This is a senior leadership position combining engineering expertise with operational management. You will oversee day-to-day manufacturing performance while driving technical improvements, process optimisation, and scalable operational growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily production and engineering operations
Drive process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve productivity
Implement and support continuous improvement initiatives including Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Monitor KPIs, operational performance, and production output
Collaborate with maintenance, production, and technical teams to optimise plant performance
Ensure compliance with all health & safety, environmental, and quality standards
Support sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives across the site
Manage operational budgets, resource planning, and cost control
Identify and implement automation, system, and process improvements
Lead, mentor, and develop engineering and operational teams
About You
Degree qualified in Engineering or a related discipline (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Materials, or similar)
Proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering leadership role
Strong understanding of industrial production processes
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement tools
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Strong leadership and communication skills with a practical, hands-on approach
Desirable Experience
Experience within heavy manufacturing and industrial processing environments
Professional certifications such as Six Sigma or PMP
Exposure to automation, plant optimisation, or quality systems
Experience supporting sustainability initiatives within manufacturing
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to join a growing and investment-backed manufacturing business
Key leadership role with genuine influence on operational performance
Long-term career development opportunities
Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications
Salary description
£50000.00 - £50000.00 per year