Mike Astbury

Mike Astbury is a seasoned Technical Manager with extensive experience at Bentley Motors Ltd since May 2000, leading various initiatives in Body in White (BIW) planning and production processes for luxury vehicles. Astbury's expertise includes overseeing project launches, facilitating quality improvement programs, and managing cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency. Key roles include BIW Series Planning Engineer for notable models such as the Continental GT and the Mulsanne, where responsibilities encompassed planning changes, supporting new model integration, and driving TAKT projects. Previous experience includes robotic programming at Newfield Fabrications Company Limited and a foundational apprenticeship in welding and fabrication. Astbury holds City and Guilds qualifications in Welding and Fabrication from Mid Cheshire College.