Head of Manufacturing / CAD Design

Location: Stanstead, Essex

Department: Large Format Manufacturing

Reports to: Operations Director

Role type: Full-time

Salary: Up to £65k DOE

About the company

A creative production partner for live events, exhibitions, and branded spaces.

They bring together design, project management, large format print, manufacturing, logistics, and installation under one roof. This allows us to deliver high-impact environments with greater control, stronger communication, and a better experience for our clients.

Our work supports some of the world's leading organisers, brands, and agencies across the UK, Europe, and internationally.

As the business continues to grow, they are looking for a Head of Manufacturing to lead our manufacturing department and drive visibility, structure, and performance across everything we build.

The Role

The Head of Manufacturing is responsible for leading the manufacturing department, ensuring all work is delivered on time, to the correct standard, and with full control over labour and materials.

The focus of the role is visibility, structure, and performance. You will ensure every job is tracked, every cost is understood, and the department operates efficiently.

You will also produce the CAD drawings required to support manufacturing and play an active role in the research and development of new products, materials, and processes.

You will also provide quotes to the PM Team for Manufactured items

Experience Required

You will have a strong manufacturing or production background, ideally with leadership experience. Experience in the following areas is expected:

• Senior manufacturing or production leadership
• Workflow, scheduling, and output management
• CAD software and technical drawing
• Product development or research and development
• Labour, materials, and cost control
• Systems and process improvement
• Team leadership and development

Experience in large format print, exhibitions, events, displays, signage, branded environments, or bespoke creative build is essential.

What We Offer

• A senior, varied role within a growing creative production business.
• The opportunity to lead and shape a key department.
• The opportunity to work on UK and international projects.
• Exposure to high-profile events, brands, organisers, and agencies.
• A collaborative team environment.
• Full training and support.
• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development, including career progression within a growing business.
• The chance to be part of a business that values quality, creativity, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

If this opportunity feels like the right next move for you, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Please submit your updated CV, and a member of KRG will contact you for a confidential discussion about the role.

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