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!