Manufacturing Project Manager

Owen DanielsHastings, St. Leonards-on-Seareedpublished 11/06/2026

We are seeking a Manufacturing Project Manager to join the team of a specialist manufacturer, delivering high-quality products to demanding customers across a range of industries.

With a strong focus on quality, service and continuous improvement, the business is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Project Manager to take ownership of a key customer programme. You will be responsible for managing the largest client when it comes down to the end-to-end delivery of projects

Manufacturing Project Manager

Permanent Monday to Friday, full-time, onsite Hastings

Manufacturing Project Manager Job Description

  • Take end-to-end ownership of customer manufacturing programmes, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
  • Act as the main operational point of contact for a key customer, managing relationships, expectations and regular programme reviews.
  • Coordinate activities across Engineering, Production, Planning, Procurement, Quality and Logistics to ensure the smooth delivery of manufacturing programmes.
  • Monitor production schedules, materials availability, work-in-progress and delivery performance, proactively identifying and resolving operational challenges.
  • Drive continuous improvement, cost control and quality initiatives, ensuring manufacturing efficiency and customer satisfaction remain at the forefront.

Manufacturing Project Manager Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

  • Project management experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, including production planning, scheduling, materials management and quality assurance.
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems to manage production orders, manufacturing schedules and work-in-progress.
  • Excellent customer relationship management, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive accountability.

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