Company Description
My client is a well established 24/7 manufacturing business on the Cheshire/North Wales border. They now require an Engineering Manager for the next stage of their journey.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for an Engineering Manager who will lead the engineering team and manage the execution of engineering initiatives.
Responsibilities include
* To continuously develop and implement appropriate engineering strategies, objectives and systems to support business requirements.
* To plan, organize and direct all engineering operations in implementing that strategy
* To set goals and objectives for the department in line with the companies key performance indicators and initiatives
* To maintain a high level of organization and control for the management of engineering resources (internal and external) across a 24/7 operation.
* To work closely with other departmental managers to ensure maximized efficiency in the planning and implementation of engineering tasks
* To support the execution of company growth plans by developing, planning, coordinating and tracking capital investment projects to a successful completion
* To coach and mentor team members while also carrying out performance and training appraisals and coordinating development programs for each individual.
* To ensure the engagement of all employees in the companies continuous improvement processes
* To continuously ensure compliance with and adherence to all appropriate EHS laws, policies and procedures
* To represent the best interests of the business in discussions and negotiations with external suppliers of products and services
Qualifications
* Ideally an Engineering Degree, minimum HND in an Engineering discipline
* Proven track record in a line management role, preferably in a fast paced manufacturing environment
* Strong people management & leadership skills and the ability to mentor staff development
* A strong technical & analytical background with excellent problem solving abilities
* Good administrative & organisational skills
* Excellent business communication skills
* Proficient in MS Office & other relevant business systems
* A basic understanding of Lean and/or Kaizen techniques
Key Competencies
Building Effective Teams - Blends people and teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
Functional/Technical Skills - Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
Leadership Courage - Doesn't hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete and actionable positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation {not including direct reports) quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary.
Process Management - Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow; knows what to measure and how to measure it; can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can't; can simplify complex processes; gets more out of fewer resources.
Benefits
* Salary c£55K, with the opportunity for some stretch for an exceptional candidate
* 25 days annual leave
* 6% employer pension contributions
* Life assurance cover
* Company funded Medicash health scheme