Manufacturing Project Manager

Location: Somerset

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

An established and growing precision engineering and manufacturing organisation is seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager to join its engineering function.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex New Product Introduction (NPI) and development manufacturing projects within a technically advanced and quality-driven environment.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing new product introduction and development projects from initial enquiry or contract award through to successful production handover.

Working across engineering, production, quality, and commercial functions, the role requires a structured and disciplined approach to project delivery, ensuring all projects are completed on time, within budget, and to required specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead new product introduction and development projects from launch through to production handover
Manage projects in line with structured, gated development processes
Develop, maintain, and control detailed project plans using Microsoft Project
Coordinate cross-functional activities across engineering, production, quality, purchasing, and operations
Act as the primary point of contact for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Monitor and manage project risks, issues, timelines, cost, and quality performance
Support manufacturability and production readiness reviews
Ensure that customer requirements, specifications, and quality standards are fully understood and implemented
Maintain compliance with relevant quality management standards (e.g. AS9100)
Chair project review meetings and provide clear, structured reporting
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within project delivery and NPI processes

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

Demonstrable experience in managing NPI, NPD, or engineering projects within a manufacturing environment
Background in precision engineering, machining, casting, or similarly regulated sectors
Strong understanding of structured project management or gated development processes
Experience working with recognised quality standards such as AS9100
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities

Desirable:

Formal project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent)
Experience within aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated industries
Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FAIR, FMEA, and related quality processes
Familiarity with CNC machining, casting, or special manufacturing processes
Understanding of ERP/MRP systems

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