Manufacturing Data Scientist Salary: £46,587.88 (inclusive of 35% holiday bonus for 33 days per year; 25 vacation & 8 bank holidays) Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 15:30, Friday: 07:00 - 12:30 As a Manufacturing Data Scientist, you will play a key role in shaping how data is used to improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and sustainability across the plant. You will design, develop, and maintain a portfolio of data-driven products and projects that turn complex manufacturing data into clear, actionable insights for operators, engineers, and leadership. You will work as part of the plant manufacturing team while also being embedded within Ford's wider global data science and analytics community, helping to scale successful solutions across the enterprise. This role embodies Ford's commitment to continuous improvement and data-led decision-making, enabling teams to adapt and improve based on the insights you deliver. Essential Degree-level education in a relevant subject (such as Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Physical Sciences) or equivalent professional experience within an engineering or automotive environment Strong Python expertise Experience applying machine learning techniques in real-world scenarios Solid grounding in statistical methodologies and analysis Desirable SQL proficiency Experience with cloud computing platforms What You'll D...