(Associate) Production Manager

Location: Scunthorpe United Kingdom

Type: Full-time On-site

Start Date: As soon as possible

At Hyperion Robotics we are on a mission to bring sustainability and automation to one of the largest and most conservative sectors: the construction industry. Using robotic 3D-printing technology and low-carbon upcycled materials we are rethinking how construction elements are designed and built. We collaborate with leading clients across construction industrial and infrastructure sectors backed by some of Europes top investors.

We are now on the lookout for an (Associate) Production this role you will lead commissioning and early-stage operations of our first UK 3D concrete printing factory building and developing the production team while ensuring safe stable and high-quality output.

This is a permanent full-time on-site role and our manufacture is located in Scunthorpe the UK. It includes a comprehensive 3-week paid technical training program at our HQ in Espoo Finland enabling you to master our robotic 3DCP systems before the UK launch.

Performance Objectives:

Within 90 days Commissioning & Team Ramp-up

• Support installation and commissioning of the Printing System Admixture Room and Waste Systems according to Hyperions approved layout.
  
  

• Recruit onboard and support the training of the initial cohort of 35 Production Technicians to ensure safe and reliable early operations.
  
  

Within 612 months Operational Stability & Performance

• Implement UK-compliant Risk Assessments and embed strong safety practices across all production areas.
  
  

• Stabilize production to consistently achieve approximately 8 beds/day (single shift) with a 90% yield rate on finished elements.
  
  

• Deliver daily Safety Quality Delivery Inventory People and Cost KPIs as defined with UK and Finland leadership through coaching practical problem solving and root-cause analysis.
  
  

Long-term Team Development & Future Expansion

• Own and lead technician training programs ensuring scalable capability development as the UK factory grows.
  
  

• Bring Hyperions production excellence to new sites as the business expands.
  

Before You Consider Few Questions to Reflect On:

You dont need to answer these in writing but theyll help you understand the roleand theyll come up naturally during the interview process:

• Have you supported factory commissioning new production line setup or New Product Introduction before
  
  

• Are you comfortable leading a team while also getting hands-on during early phases (e.g. forklift driving manual curing processes)
  
  

• Can you interpret and act on daily operational KPIs across safety quality and throughput
  
  

• Have you coached teams using lean Kaizen or root-cause problem-solving techniques
  
  

• Are you comfortable working in an evolving start-up environment where priorities may shift quickly

When you share your CV were most interested in your motivation to drive and most comparable accomplishments especially those that demonstrate your ability to meet the performance objectives listed above.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package including fringe benefits

• Career development opportunities through on-the-job experiences as well as various learning and development activities

• Extensive private occupational Healthcare

Sounds exciting Send your CV and motivation letter in English via our career website. We are continuously reviewing applications and will fill the role as soon as we find the right candidate.

Hyperion Robotics embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our company will be.