MANUFACTURING MANAGER

Company Overview

We are a leading surface finishing company specialising in electroplating and anodizing for precision components used in electronics, aerospace, automotive, and general engineering industries. We are seeking a capable and results-driven Manufacturing Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, product quality, and compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

. Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations for the electroplating and anodizing departments to meet production, quality, and delivery targets.

. Plan and coordinate production schedules, manpower deployment, and resource allocation to ensure smooth workflow and optimal equipment utilisation.

. Monitor and control process parameters (e.g. bath chemistry, current density, temperature, and cycle times) to maintain consistent surface finishing quality.

. Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve production issues, process deviations, and equipment downtime.

. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, yield, cost reduction, and waste minimisation (e.g. 5S, Kaizen, Lean practices).

. Ensure adherence to Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) regulations, particularly chemical handling, waste treatment, and effluent management.

. Oversee chemical inventory, material usage, and plating/anodizing bath maintenance and replenishment.

. Train, guide, and motivate production supervisors and operators to achieve performance goals and develop technical competencies.

. Review and analyse production performance data prepare regular manufacturing reports and recommend improvement actions.

. Support new product introductions and process optimisation in collaboration with R&D or process engineering teams.

Requirements

. Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.

. 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or production management within an electroplating, anodizing, or surface finishing environment.

. Strong understanding of plating and anodizing operations, bath chemistry control, process flow, and quality standards.

. Proven leadership and team management abilities experience supervising production teams in a fast-paced environment.

. Hands-on problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to process improvement.

. Familiarity with ISO 9001 systems, and experience maintaining compliance with EHS regulations.

. Good communication, planning, and organisational skills.

. Willingness to work on-site and support shift or weekend operations when necessary.