# Manufacturing Engineering Manager (CNC / Lean / Automation)

> Gramian Consulting Group · Delémont, Switzerland · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-02

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Recruiting - H

## Description

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**.

## Apply

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