Contact Gap Personnel
Gap Personnel
Engineering Manager
Paignton, Devon
Contact Gap Personnel
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Salary
- 50000.00 - 50000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Gap Personnel
- Closes
- 11 Jun 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Engineering Manager
South Devon GBP50,000 + 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 operationsDrive process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve productivityImplement and support continuous improvement initiatives including Lean and Six Sigma methodologiesMonitor KPIs, operational performance, and production outputCollaborate with maintenance, production, and technical teams to optimise plant performanceEnsure compliance with all health & safety, environmental, and quality standardsSupport sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives across the siteManage operational budgets, resource planning, and cost controlIdentify and implement automation, system, and process improvementsLead, mentor, and develop engineering and operational teamsAbout You
Degree qualified in Engineering or a related discipline (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Materials, or similar)Proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering leadership roleStrong understanding of industrial production processesExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement toolsExcellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skillsStrong leadership and communication skills with a practical, hands-on approachDesirable Experience
Experience within heavy manufacturing and industrial processing environmentsProfessional certifications such as Six Sigma or PMPExposure to automation, plant optimisation, or quality systemsExperience supporting sustainability initiatives within manufacturingWhat's on Offer
Opportunity to join a growing and investment-backed manufacturing businessKey leadership role with genuine influence on operational performanceLong-term career development opportunitiesCompetitive salary package based on experience and qualifications
Ad ID: 5418352700
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