Manufacturing Manager

Job Information

- Date Opened 10/31/2025 - Job Type Full time - Industry Engineering - Work Experience 5+ years - City Coventry - State/Province West Midlands - Country United Kingdom - Zip/Postal Code CV1

About Us

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] flexible technology portfolio represents a major innovation in the market, just as many industries and society as a whole are gearing up for a greener world. We apply our knowledge and experience to create solutions based on in-depth research and thorough testing while looking into the future for inspiration.

Job Description

Manufacturing Manager

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Manufacturing Manager to oversee the end-to-end production of electronic controllers and ESCs using pre-supplied PCBAs. You will play a critical role in setting up and managing volume manufacturing operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and traceability from component receipt to final assembly, testing and shipping.

Key Responsibilities:

- Production Oversight:

• Lead the initial upscaling of manufacturing operations, including layout planning, tooling selection, and process definition for volume electronic assembly.
• Manage the day-to-day manufacturing operations for controller and ESC assembly.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate production batches to meet project timelines and quality targets.
• Build and maintain efficient, repeatable assembly processes, detailed work instructions, and in-line quality checkpoints.
• Integrate ERP/MRP data into production planning to ensure accurate lead times, work order tracking, and material availability.

- Assembly & Testing:

• Perform and support hands-on manual and semi-automated assembly, including wiring, mechanical integration, and connector fitting.
• Support the development, specification and implementation of functional test equipment for fully assembled units.
• Handle ESD-safe environments and enforce proper handling procedures.

- Supplier, Inventory & Logistics Management:

• Receive and inspect supplied PCBAs and components from vendors.
• Organize inbound and outbound logistics including goods receiving, storage and shipment of finished goods.
• Maintain inventory levels, BOM traceability, and work-in-progress status using spreadsheets or MRP tools.
• Raise non-conformance reports for supplier defects and drive corrective actions.

- Quality & Compliance (Manufacturing Support Focus):

• Support the implementation and adherence to quality assurance systems.
• Ensure manufacturing processes align with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate production records, including build logs, serial tracking, and traceability documentation to support audits and quality reviews.

- Process Improvement:

• Continuously improve assembly techniques and production flow.
• Identify opportunities to reduce rework, improve yield, and prepare for scale-up.
• Contribute to DFM (Design for Manufacturing) feedback loops with engineering.
• Support lean initiatives and introduce process automation. opportunities.

Please mail your resume to [contact hidden]

Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of PCBA handling, electro-mechanical assembly, and electronic testing.
• Experience managing or implementing manual and semi-automated assembly processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, and bills of materials.
• Hands-on experience with ERP or MRP systems for production planning, purchasing, and inventory control.
• Working knowledge of quality management systems and ESD best practices.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Hands-on and willing to contribute directly to builds as required in early-stage production.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with ESCs, motor control systems, or automotive/aerospace electronics.
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing practices.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience integrating logistics and procurement functions into ERP/MRP systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

- Company pension - Employee stock purchase plan - Free parking - On-site parking