Industrial Manager

Industrial Manager
Location: Based in Cramlington OR Consett.
Salary: GBP55,000 per year, plus 10% bonus.
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 4.30pm. Fridays, 8am - 1pm.
Job type: Full-time, permanent
Bridge Recruitment is helping one of our established clients recruit an experienced Industrial Manager to join their ever-expanding team.
Responsibilities of the Industrial Manager:
· Lead digital transformation using IoT, AI, automation, and data analytics.
· Implement smart factory, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring solutions.
· Develop digital twins and simulation models to optimize processes.
· Lead new product industrialization from R&D to production.
· Define manufacturing processes, tooling, and assembly methods with cross-functional teams.
· Optimize process flows, work instructions, and production layouts.
· Manage CAD-CAM integration and design-to-production workflows.
· Optimize CNC programming, tooling, and automation.
· Improve manufacturability and cost efficiency with engineering teams.
· Maintain the CAD environment (RADAN or equivalent).
· Lead the CAD/Special Projects department, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
· Manage manufacturing databases for production and quality tracking.
· Integrate ERP, MES, and PLM systems.
· Use data analytics and AI to improve planning and decision-making.
· Lead automation, efficiency, and sustainability projects.
· Drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives.
· Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders on process improvements.
· Develop and implement site-wide productivity and continuous improvement strategies.
· Improve efficiency through process optimization, waste reduction, and data analysis.
· Promote Lean methodologies, standardization, and a continuous improvement culture.
· Establish KPIs, monitor performance, and report progress to senior management.
· Partner with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality teams to sustain improvements.
· Support tooling audits and optimize tooling asset management with Purchasing.
· Promote our clients core values and Code of Ethics.
Requirements of the Industrial Manager:
· Bachelors or masters degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
· 5+ years of experience in industrial management, Industry 4.0, or digital manufacturing.
· Expertise in smart factory technologies, IoT, AI, and automation.
· Proficiency in CAD-CAM software (e.g., Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Mastercam).
· Strong knowledge of ERP, MES, PLM, and database management systems.
· Experience in New Product Industrialization (NPI) and lean manufacturing methodologies.
· Ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex industrial projects.
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Industrial Manager role, then please apply now
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed