Manufacturing Manager - Optics Are you an experienced Manufacturing and Production Manager with a strong background in optics, sensors, or bio-related product manufacturing? Do you want to join a pioneering company specialising in advanced measurement and instrumentation solutions, where people, quality, and continuous improvement genuinely matter? Reporting to senior leadership, you will take full responsibility for manufacturing operations, leading a highly skilled workforce producing small, bespoke, high-precision components in a cell-based manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities for this Manufacturing Manager role in Aberystwyth, Wales: Lead manufacturing operations across a team of approximately 25 people, with 5 direct reports (cell leaders and logistics/stores leadership)Drive a strong process and continuous improvement culture, improving quality, efficiency, and delivery performanceOversee production planning, logistics, and stores functions to ensure smooth end-to-end operationsSupport and develop your leadership team, ensuring engagement, accountability, and performance Requirements for this Manufacturing Manager role based in Aberystwyth, Wales: Proven experience as a Manufacturing Manager / Production Manager within optics, sensors, bio-manufacturing, or precision engineeringDemonstrated background in process improvement / continuous improvement methodologiesExperience managing manufacturing teams in a cell-based production environmentStrong people ..... full job details .....