As part of a transformation project and change support initiative, we are looking for a Methods Manager in Brive.

As a true key player in continuous improvement and industrial performance, you will lead a team and take responsibility for the full scope from development through to full-scale production (including series life).

In this role, your responsibilities are:

• Management: Lead, unite and develop the methods team.

• Change Management: Initiate and champion a genuine culture of change and process optimisation within the plant.

• Advanced Technical Support: Apply your expertise to complex mechanical parts and assemblies, from development to mass production.

• Industrialisation & Processes: Work on an extended technical scope: machining (turning/milling), welding (TIG, plasma, laser), plasma spraying, inspections (dimensional, three-dimensional, radiography, dye penetrant testing) and heat treatments.

• Materials Processed: Work with demanding materials: aluminium, stainless steel, Inconel and titanium.

• Quality: Ensure rigorous application of APQP standards.

Profile

• Experience: Minimum 8 years of successful experience in a similar role within a demanding industrial environment (aerospace, automotive, defence or energy).

• Technical Skills: In-depth mastery of special processes, machining, welding and non-destructive testing. Knowledge of Siemens NX software and the APQP methodology.

• Language: Professional English required

• Interpersonal Skills: Recognised leadership, excellent relationship-building skills, and a proven ability to lead change and engage teams in improvement initiatives.

All our positions are open to people recognised as disabled workers.