Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Salfords, England, United Kingdom

About Rapiscan Systems

Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military, and high-security facilities. Our solutions leverage a range of X‑ray technologies to meet diverse security needs, ensuring superior imaging, reliability, and operator satisfaction.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our team at the Salfords site. As part of the Senior Operations team, you will oversee the Manufacturing Engineering function, ensuring efficient production processes, supporting new product introductions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Manufacturing Engineering team, managing performance, development, and resource planning
• Oversee the design and implementation of systems, equipment, and processes for new product introductions, with a focus on Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and gated processes
• Support Operations by reducing production waste, resolving manufacturing issues, planning maintenance, and ensuring effective tooling and documentation
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, and Supply Chain to maintain supplier quality and support engineering changes
• Drive continuous improvement across production and support functions to enhance product delivery
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning as a member of the Senior Operations team
• Uphold company values: Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
• Ensure compliance with the company’s Code of Ethics and report quality issues promptly

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering or a related technical field
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and problem‑solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, statistical tools)
• Proven experience managing Manufacturing Engineers
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment, ideally low‑volume, high‑tech, electromechanical or vacuum‑based
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Project management experience
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification preferred