Cope Technology Ltd
Production Manager
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Production Manager
Production Manager
Cope Electronics Ltd – Kingswinford
Company Description
Cope Electronics Ltd is a specialist electronics manufacturer with over 40 years of experience delivering low and medium volume electronic assemblies for a wide range of customers. Operating as an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), the company fosters a highly engaged workforce committed to exceptional service and long-term partnerships.
Its skilled team supports clients with:
- Design for manufacture
- Rapid prototyping
- Cost-effective BOM analysis
- Manufacturing process optimisation
The company also provides:
- Component sourcing and kitting
- SMT and through-hole assembly
- Testing and coating services
Cope Electronics offers a professional, collaborative environment where employees contribute directly to the success and growth of the business.
Role Description
The Production Manager role at Cope Electronics Ltd is a full-time (40hs/week), on-site position based in Kingswinford. The Production Manager will oversee daily production operations, ensuring electronic assembly processes run efficiently, safely, and to quality standards.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Planning & scheduling production, coordinating SMT and through-hole assembly
- Monitoring workflow, resources, and operational issues
- Collaborating with engineering, procurement, and quality teams to ensure timely & accurate delivery
- Leading and supporting production staff
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintaining production records & reports
Salary & Duties
- Salary: £40k–£45k, depending on experience
Core Duties Include:
- Monitoring quality, safety, and production standards
- Allocating resources to meet production schedules
- Liaising daily with:
- Purchasing & stores (for parts/kits)
- Sales department (for customer delivery dates & orders)
- Resolving staffing issues, including:
- Absence management
- Appraisals
- Disciplinaries & training & development
- Ensuring production aligns with ISO9001 Quality Management System
- Assisting in inventory, WIP, and finished goods management
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Required Skills & Experience
We are seeking results-driven individuals with:
- Experience in electronics manufacturing environments (managing 30+ skilled shopfloor operatives)
- Exceptional communication skills
- Good electronic component knowledge
- Proven ability to drive KPIs
- IT competency (strong Microsoft Office skills)
Let’s discuss how you can help us drive operational excellence!
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