Date Posted:2026-08-13 Country:United Kingdom Location:Glenrothes, Fife Position Role Type:OnsiteRaytheon UK is seeking a Production Manager to join our Manufacturing team in Glenrothes on a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract.As Production Manager, you will be a key leading figure within a customer focussed cross-functional team and will be responsible for the manufacture of a range of electronic and electro-mechanical products, managing a team of Production Supervisors, Associates and Engineers. Driving excellent teamwork and flawless execution in delivery, quality, safety, and cost.This role will fully be on-site joining a working environment where everyone can grow and contribute as part of a successful, inclusive, high performing culture. You will largely be based in Glenrothes, however you may be required to support our sister site in Livingston, dependent on business requirements.You must be eligible and willing to gain BPSS clearance.Key Responsibilities:Control Account Manager (CAM) for the Manufacturing functionControl of touch labour Hours Per Unit, and other manufacturing budgetsDevelopment and execution of production plans to achieve customer on-time deliveryManagement of high mix, and frequently changing priorities using Lean Manufacturing conceptsEmployee Performance DevelopmentOwnership of all safety proceduresDriver of process and quality improvements utilising RTX CORE (Customer Oriented Results & Excellence)Required Skills and Experience:Relevant years’ experience in a Production Management, Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Operations related roleQualified to Degree or Diploma level in a Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Operations related disciplineDesirable Skills and Experience: Experience in an Electronics / Electro-mechanical manufacturing environmentExperience in management of budget versus bidHighly effective people management skillsHighly effective organisational and communication skillsA highly effective, disciplined approach in the work environmentExperience in using SAP / shopfloor control systemsExperience in EVMS (Earned Value Management System)Benefits and Work Culture37hr working week25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus opportunity to buy, sell or roll over up to 5 days and up to 5 paid days volunteering10.5% company pension contribution with 6% employee contributionAnnual company bonus scheme (discretionary)6 times salary Life Assurance with pensionFlexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice schemes, including Health Cashplan, Dental, and Cycle to Work, amongst othersEnhanced sick payEnhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leaveCanteen facilities available at Glenrothes siteRaytheon UKWe take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.RTX Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We’re investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales.#LI-AS3 RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms