Product Build Manager

Up to £55,000 | Exceptional benefits - listed below | Derby (onsite) | Permanent  We’re recruiting for an experienced Manager from within Manufacturing, this is a great opportunity to join a company with a great working environment, in a business that truly puts their employee's first.  This is a newly created role and we are looking for a hands-on, forward-thinking Product Build Manager to lead a dynamic production team where quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything they do.  We are looking for an experienced People Manager from a Manufacturing background (Electronics Manufacturing would be great - although not essential) to lead a team through change and growth.   In this role, you’ll take ownership of delivering complex builds on time and within budget, while developing a highly skilled and motivated team that thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. You’ll be the driving force behind operational excellence balancing people leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and smart resource planning to ensure they are consistently exceeding customer expectations and keep production capability running at its best. Key Responsibilities Provide leadership to the Product Build team, ensuring high-quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery Develop a motivated, highly skilled, and flexible workforce through training and competency management Manage resource planning and adapt to changing production schedules and business priorities Due to growth, maximising the utilisation of physical space and human resources for optimal efficiency (eventually looking at additional or larger premises) Ensure compliance with QSHE policies, audits, and full resolution of CAPAs and SCARs Lead and support continuous improvement and internal change initiatives Act as key liaison with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication Oversee production execution, including work instructions, MES accuracy, and efficient use of materials and space What we're looking for: 3+ years experience of managing large manufacturing teams in a high paced working environment. Proven track record of training / developing workforce to maximise efficiency and engagement. A strong communicator at all levels, with both internal and external stakeholders. In depth understanding of Electronic Product Build manufacturing processes. Extensive knowledge and experience of equipment and tooling required for Product Build. Previous experience of mechanical preparation and assembly of enclosures and full product builds. Experience of leading change and improvement projects. A good level of PC literacy, with previous experience of using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, Sharepoint & OneDrive.) What's on offer: Salary up to £55,000 per annum  4 day working week, 9 hour days with every Friday off (start time flexible between 6.00 - 8.00) Pension  Subsidised Cafe Onsite Gym BUPA Private Medical Life Insurance Great company events And much more If you have the experience we are looking for and you think you will succeed within this industry and role, apply today