Manufacturing Engineering Manager (CNC & Production Operations)

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team of manufacturing engineers, designers and CNC programmers within an international industrial environment.

This position combines technical leadership, production management and continuous improvement, with responsibility for developing new manufacturing processes, optimising production lines and supporting the introduction of new products.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational efficiency, implementing LEAN manufacturing principles and ensuring high standards of precision, quality and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a multidisciplinary team of manufacturing engineers, technical designers and CNC programmers.

• Oversee manufacturing engineering activities supporting the development of new products, processes and production lines.

• Manage production workflows, ensuring efficient operations and continuous optimisation of industrial processes.

• Plan, coordinate and monitor continuous improvement projects across manufacturing operations.

• Implement LEAN manufacturing principles to improve productivity, reduce waste and optimise operational performance.

• Supervise the selection, evaluation and procurement of manufacturing equipment, automation systems and tooling.

• Oversee manufacturing line layouts and contribute to the development of efficient production environments.

• Provide technical guidance on CNC programming, machining processes and manufacturing technologies.

• Collaborate with process engineering and application teams on high-precision mechanical components, including clamping systems and bearings.

• Coordinate manufacturing projects from initial planning through implementation and operational integration.

• Identify opportunities for process automation, technological improvements and production efficiency.

• Ensure effective collaboration between engineering, production and other technical departments.

• Drive team performance, technical development and the successful delivery of manufacturing projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering Manager or equivalent leadership position.

• At least 10 years of professional experience within a manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, including engineers, designers and CNC programmers.

• Strong understanding of LEAN manufacturing principles, with demonstrated experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• Hands-on experience managing manufacturing projects, including equipment selection, automation, tooling procurement and production line layout.

• Strong technical knowledge of CNC machining processes and programming.

• Practical experience operating and programming CNC lathes, milling machines and grinders.

• Proven leadership and project management capabilities.

• Experience optimising production workflows and improving industrial processes.

• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and open-minded approach.

• Ability to manage multiple technical projects and coordinate teams from different engineering disciplines.

• Fluent French and English are essential, both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time employment contract.

• Opportunity to work within a growing international industrial organisation.

• Varied responsibilities across manufacturing engineering, production optimisation and technical leadership.

• International working environment with flat organisational hierarchies.

• Attractive employment conditions and comprehensive social benefits.

• Targeted professional training and continuous development opportunities.

• Supportive and collaborative working atmosphere.

• Opportunity to lead manufacturing innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.