Manufacturing Cell Leader

Manufacturing Cell Leader

Location: Heliex Power HQ, East Kilbride

Are you a skilled and hands-on professional within the manufacturing industry, eager to take on a leadership role? Do you have a passion for sustainability and aspire to contribute to innovative solutions that reduce carbon emissions? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join Heliex Power as a Manufacturing Cell Leader.

We’re looking for a proactive individual with mechanical assembly/fitting experience and leadership capabilities who is ready to drive operational excellence in our Assembly and Test team.

This role combines hands-on manufacturing involvement with leadership and process improvement responsibilities, making it perfect for someone looking to make a tangible impact in a forward-thinking Cleantech company.

The Company

Heliex Power is a VC-backed, green technology company headquartered in East Kilbride. Using patented technology, our cutting-edge Steam Screw Expander generator sets convert waste steam into clean, usable energy, helping industries around the world improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.

From artisan producers to global corporations, Heliex Power unlocks the potential of waste heat and steam, enabling businesses to prosper while doing their part to save the planet.

As we scale up to meet significant market opportunities, we’re expanding our in-house design, manufacturing, and assembly capabilities. With headcount expected to grow by approximately significantly over the next year, now is the perfect time to join us and be part of an exciting growth journey.

The Role

The Manufacturing Cell Leader will oversee day-to-day activities in the Assembly and Test area, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and delivery standards. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will initially take a hands-on approach, focusing on mechanical fitting and assembly of Heliex Power’s innovative generator sets. As the team grows, the role will transition to a more supervisory position, focusing on leading and developing a skilled team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and managing day-to-day production activities to meet deadlines.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and process standards.
• Producing weekly/monthly reports on KPIs and resource forecasts.
• Driving productivity improvements through Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Reducing costs associated with poor quality and improving on-time delivery.
• Managing and developing training programs to optimize team flexibility.
• Providing technical support to Field Service teams and external customers when needed.
• Supporting a culture of collaboration, openness, and integrity.

The Person

We are looking for an experienced professional with the following skills and qualifications:

• HND/HNC in mechanical/electrical engineering (or similar), with significant experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience in a manufacturing and test environment, ideally working with rotating equipment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Understanding of quality and business systems, engineering drawings, and health and safety practices.
• Proven leadership abilities, with experience developing and managing small teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary, plus a performance bonus.
• Private healthcare and additional benefits.
• Opportunity to work with innovative technology in the thriving Cleantech sector.
• A chance to grow and develop alongside a rapidly expanding business.

If you’re a hands-on leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence and sustainability, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential discussion and to learn more about the position. We’re looking to shortlist candidates in December, with interviews to follow promptly at Heliex Power’s HQ in East Kilbride.

Please note: Eden Scott is working exclusively on this recruitment. Any CVs sent directly to Heliex Power or through other agencies will be redirected to Eden Scott for consideration.