Overview

The Head of Production Engineering (Industrialisation) and Quality Control is a key leadership role responsible for driving process improvements, technical innovation, and quality assurance across Bremont''s Manufacturing and Customer Service operations. Working in close collaboration with the Product Engineering team, this role ensures the seamless industrialisation of new products and the ongoing optimisation of existing processes. You will lead and develop a cross-functional team including Quality Control, Manufacturing Engineering, and Technical (Watchmaking) Training, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence, and LEAN manufacturing throughout the organisation. This role plays a vital part in supporting Bremont''s growth strategy - enhancing production capabilities, improving profitability, and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a clear, actionable road map to support Manufacturing (Assembly), Customer Service Operations, and Quality, aligned with the vision and goals set by the COO.

Lead, mentor, and manage direct teams, fostering engagement, accountability, and high performance.

Ensure effective budget management within the department, aligning resources with strategic priorities.

Review and analyse team activities, providing regular feedback and strategic insights to the COO.

Build a strong, future-focused department through robust planning, process development, and project delivery.

Take ownership of all quality and manufacturing engineering activities across Bremont, ensuring excellence in execution.

Maintain and continuously develop personal technical knowledge to stay current with industry standards and innovations.

Regularly evaluate all processes and techniques to ensure they are fit for purpose, efficient, and scalable.

Collaborate with internal partners across the business to ensure teams are fully equipped and supported to operate effectively.

Embed a strong problem-solving culture across operations, ensuring root-cause thinking and continuous improvement.

Prepare and deliver timely reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), sharing insights and updates with the COO.

Qualifications

Substantial background and understanding of manufacturing operations, preferably within small appliances or micromechanical devices.

Strong appreciation for quality standards and solid technical/mechanical knowledge.

Holds a LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt, with a proven track record of successfully delivering and embedding process improvement projects.

Demonstrated ability to contribute to and implement strategies at a senior/strategic level.

Solid understanding of departmental leadership, with prior experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.

A visionary and collaborative leader who can inspire and motivate teams to achieve high performance and align with the company''s vision and objectives.

Strategic and analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the business.

High attention to detail, with strong organisational and planning skills.

Knowledge of ERP systems and their role in supporting efficient manufacturing and operational workflows.

Strong numerical and data analysis skills, with the ability to draw insights and prepare clear, actionable reports.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and a minimum of intermediate-level Excel.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Entitlement - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and 3 days paid time off in December for HQ Shutdown.

Free Daily Lunch - Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on us every day on-site.

Private Healthcare - Comprehensive cover for your health and wellbeing.

Life Assurance - Peace of mind with life cover at 3x your annual salary

Family-Friendly Benefits - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave to support you and your growing family.

Celebrate Your Milestones - Loyalty awards, including the chance to receive one of the iconic Bremont timepieces.

Career Growth - Access tailored training programmes and clear development pathways to help you thrive.

Exclusive Discounts - Significant permanent employee discounts on Bremont Watches, along with special Friends and Family sales.

Wellbeing Support - Confidential counselling and 24/7 financial and legal advice.

Social Culture - Regular events and gatherings to bring the team together.

Give Back - Support for approved volunteering with flexible time off.

Working Environment

37.5 hours

Monday - Friday

Working autonomously and in a team of ten people

Working from the service centre The Wing Henley-on-Thames

Notice period - 3 months standard

We are dedicated to creating an open and inclusive working environment, and this starts with our recruitment practices. We try to ensure that everybody who is interested in joining our team has equal opportunity and ability to start that journey with us. We intend to have flexible and accessible hiring practices and will make every attempt to adapt to your needs throughout. We welcome any requests for adjustments in our processes.

At Bremont, we design and create the ultimate tool watches - built to be tough, reliable, and ready for any adventure. Our watches are crafted for those who believe that anything is possible with the right mindset. Whether it\''s pushing the limits of endurance or achieving the unthinkable, Bremont is proud to provide watches for some truly extraordinary feats of endurance that inspire us to dream bigger and Take it Further.

WORKING WITH US

We\''re united by a shared passion for adventure and excellence, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility. Our culture is built on our core values:

The Spirit of the Adventurer:

pushing the limits of what\''s possible with a relentless determination to achieve the unimaginable.

The Attitude of the Adventurer:

collaboration and shared responsibility to succeed together.

The Focus of the Adventurer:

simplifying processes and procedures to achieve greater success.

Together, we create an environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to the future of Bremont. You are the Explorer. This is the Expedition. Enjoy the Adventure!

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