Manufacturing Project Manager

You might not know it, but every time you go grocery shopping, chances are you are using at least one of HL’s products.HL is a global leader in in-store merchandising and communication, helping customers to create a better shopping experience around the world. Founded in 1954, HL today is present in more than 70 countries and solutions can be found in 330,000 stores, supporting customers to grow sales, inspire shoppers, drive automation, and reduce waste.We have a passion and a strong track record of developing our people within their roles, and through exposure to the different markets and functions across our business.About the RoleWe are looking for an experienced and proactive Factory Project Manager to lead and coordinate key operational functions within the factory, including Customer Service, Production Planning, ERP Coordination, and Artwork workstreams.The Harlow site is a highly vertically integrated manufacturing facility encompassing a broad range of production capabilities, including metal fabrication, injection moulding, CNC machining, digital printing, and assembly operations, enabling the delivery of complex bespoke solutions tailored to customer requirements.The successful candidate will coordinate customer projects from order receipt through to shipment, ensuring all technical, logistical, and production requirements are accurately prepared and communicated. This includes specification review, ERP preparation, production planning, artwork coordination, delivery schedules, first-off approvals, production kick-off, and close monitoring of execution to ensure orders are delivered on time and in full.Working cross-functionally with Commercial, Engineering, Estimating, Production, and Despatch teams, the Manufacturing Project Manager will play a key role in ensuring efficient operational flow, effective project execution, and excellent customer responsiveness.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate a multifunctional team across Customer Service, Production Planning, ERP Coordination, and Artwork.Coordinate customer projects from order receipt through to final shipmentCompile and manage job specifications, delivery schedules, and special customer requestsEnsure accurate ERP item preparation, Manufacturing Order creation, and production planningSupport review and approval of first-off samples and production kick-off activitiesMonitor project execution to ensure quality, timing, and customer requirements are achievedEnsure customer orders are delivered on time and in fullDrive continuous improvement across customer service, ERP, planning, and operational processesWhat We Are Looking ForEssential Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience in project management, production planning, or operational leadership within a manufacturing environmentGood understanding of manufacturing processes, ERP systems, and customer order managementStrong organisational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skillsData-driven approach with the ability to analyse operational information and drive continuous improvementAbility to coordinate multiple priorities and cross-functional activities in a fast-paced environmentCustomer-focused, proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approachDesirableStrong IT and systems skills, including the ability to work with ERP queries and knowledge of SQL or similar database/reporting toolsAdvanced Excel and data reporting skills with the ability to analyse and interpret operational informationExperience working with one or more of the manufacturing processes utilised within our facilityEngagement in Lean, continuous improvement, or operational efficiency initiativesWhat We OfferOpportunity to work within an international manufacturing businessSupportive and collaborative working environmentVaried and engaging management roleOpportunities for professional developmentWant to know a little more about us?HL Display has its headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden.We have sales offices in 23 countries, covering 39 markets, and distribution partners covering the remaining markets globally.Our production facilities are located in Sweden, Poland, UK, Germany and China and handle a variety of industrial processes, including plastics and metal fabrication, printing and assembly.Our three key customer segments are retail food, branded goods suppliers and non-food retail.We are deeply committed to our behaviours:taking ownership;acting with speed; andworking as one teamWith these values, and our great people, we are proud to be on track to delivering on our ambitious growth plans.The company has over 1,400 employees and net sales of 3,000 MSEK. HL is a wholly owned subsidiary of the listed Swedish Business Group Ratos.If you are an organised and driven operational leader who enjoys coordinating projects, managing teams, and delivering excellent customer service within a manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.