Global Head of Manufacturing

📋 Description

• Define and lead end-to-end manufacturing strategy from prototyping to global production.
• Build and manage a high-performance manufacturing team (production, quality, ops).
• Lead planning and execution of our first manufacturing facility (site, layout, equipment).
• Develop capacity plans aligned with objectives, NPI timelines, and demand forecasts.
• Establish processes focused on automation, lean production, and precision assembly.
• Drive continuous improvement for efficiency, quality, cost, and throughput.

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years in manufacturing leadership in robotics, automotive, or aerospace.
• Proven success scaling production from prototype to high-volume manufacturing.
• Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 methodologies.
• Technical fluency across mechanical, electrical, and software-integrated systems.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across product, engineering, and operations.
• Strong analytical skills in capacity planning, cost analysis, and factory operations.

🎁 Benefits

• Competitive equity: stock options with meaningful upside.
• 30+ paid days off including 23 days of annual leave and UK holidays.
• Private healthcare, including virtual and in-person care.
• Pension scheme with 8% total contribution (5% employee, 3% employer).
• Free daily breakfast, catered lunch, and snacks in-office.
• Direct access to founding leadership and input on product direction.