via reed · 4 June 2026 ·2 days ago

Head Of Production

Polytec Personnel Ltd
Waterbeach Full-time
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Location: Cambridge (CB25)

Duration: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday)

Salary: Competitive

Job Reference: 36171

We are seeking an experienced Operations / Manufacturing Manager to lead production, supply chain, quality and continuous improvement activities within a regulated high-technology manufacturing environment.

The role of Head of Production will oversee daily manufacturing operations, production planning, supplier coordination and operational performance to ensure delivery, quality and efficiency targets are achieved. The role will also drive continuous improvement initiatives, operational efficiency and support long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead daily manufacturing and production operations

  • Manage production planning, purchasing and supply chain coordination

  • Ensure delivery, quality and operational KPI targets are achieved

  • Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

  • Support new product introduction and operational scalability

  • Maintain compliance with quality, ISO and health & safety standards

  • Lead, mentor and develop operational teams

  • Contribute to strategic operational and business planning

Requirements:
  • Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or production environment

  • Strong understanding of production planning, supply chain and purchasing operations

  • Experience managing operational performance and continuous improvement activities

  • Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing KPIs

  • Experience working within ISO-regulated or quality-driven environments

  • Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills

  • Ability to manage cross-functional teams and operational priorities

  • Engineering or technical qualification preferred

Desirable:
  • Experience within aerospace, defence, electronics or high-technology manufacturing

  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies

  • Experience within low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments

  • Exposure to ERP/MRP implementation or system improvement projects

  • Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) activities

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

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