Gramian Consultancy is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs.
About the Role
Our client is an established industrial manufacturer specializing in high-precision mechanical components and engineered production systems. The organization combines advanced machining, manufacturing engineering, and continuous-improvement practices to support complex industrial applications.
We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplinary technical function spanning manufacturing engineering, design, CNC programming, and industrialization. The role combines team leadership, Lean manufacturing, production process optimization, machinery integration, CNC expertise, and technical project management.
CONTRACT: Permanent, full-time
LOCATIONS: On-site, Jura canton, Switzerland
PROCESS: Initial qualification followed by client interviews
Key Responsibilities- Lead multidisciplinary manufacturing engineering, design, and programming teams.
- Drive continuous improvement of production processes and manufacturing methodologies.
- Lead the industrialization of new products and integration of new production capabilities.
- Coordinate technical activities across process engineering, applications, and production teams.
- Implement and optimize Lean manufacturing practices.
- Lead the selection, procurement, installation, and integration of new machinery and automated systems.
- Design and improve production workflows and shop-floor layouts.
- Oversee CNC programming and machining-process optimization.
- Manage complex technical and industrial projects from planning through implementation.
- Support long-term improvements in productivity, quality, precision, and manufacturing capacity.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of experience in industrial production or manufacturing engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or technical management role.
- Strong practical experience implementing and improving Lean manufacturing methodologies.
- Hands-on experience with the procurement and integration of machinery, automation, and specialized tooling.
- Strong experience designing production workflows and manufacturing layouts.
- Technical expertise in CNC programming.
- Practical experience with lathes, milling machines, grinding, or comparable precision-machining equipment.
- Fluent French and English.
Skills Required
- At least 10 years of experience in industrial production or manufacturing engineering
- At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or technical management role
- Strong practical experience implementing and improving Lean manufacturing methodologies
- Hands-on experience with procurement and integration of machinery, automation, and specialized tooling
- Strong experience designing production workflows and manufacturing layouts
- Technical expertise in CNC programming
- Practical experience with lathes, milling machines, grinding, or comparable precision-machining equipment
- Fluency in French and English
What We Do
Gramian Consulting Group is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong foundation in software engineering and leadership, the firm helps organizations build high-performing teams by matching them with qualified professionals. They specialize in talent augmentation and recruiting, specifically focusing on connecting engineering and data/AI talent with organizations to unlock real business value.
