Engineering Manager

Moulton Bulb Co Ltd

Engineering Manager

£60000

Moulton Bulb Co Ltd, Spalding, Lincolnshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 18 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 40cb60194169421294060c80a5cd6378

Full Job Description

  • Lead, manage and coach a high-performing engineering team that meets agreed objectives and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements

  • Consistently promote high standards through personal example so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviours expected of them

  • Conduct regular meetings with team members to discuss project progress, address any challenges, and provide feedback

  • Report on achievement of targets and identify any training actions required

  • Develop and deliver a successful training program for the sites engineering apprentices that provides the mentorship, guidance, and evaluation supporting career progression

  • Examine and develop a robust succession plan for the department

  • Develop and document best practise policy, strategy with regard to engineering store management including cost reduction, inventory reduction, availability, and data base accuracy

  • Implement a centralised system for the purchasing of equipment to ensure all items meet food safety requirements

  • Implement an asset management program to cover process equipment, services, and manufacturing facility. Selection and standardisation of technology, equipment, and machine parts

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to continuously implement new technologies and improvements in the manufacturing processes

  • Coordinate the engineering teams to meet proactive and preventative maintenance requirements of production machinery, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency

  • Liaise with the relevant department managers in carrying out proactive and preventative maintenance to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum

  • Management and control of contractors in compliance with onsite work safety procedures, ensuring policy and procedural requirements are always communicated and adhered to

  • Be proactive in challenging contractors and supply services to ensure cost efficiency

  • Ensure risk assessments are carried out where appropriate prior to engineering works to comply with food safety

  • At all times comply with regulatory, customer, environmental, insurance and safety requirements and ensure all audit non-conformances have been addressed

  • Ensure engineering policies and procedures meet BRC and customer requirements

  • Oversee the regular service, maintenance, and regular testing of the site fire alarm and aspirator systems

  • Working with the Engineering Supervisors, maintain all maintenance, servicing and calibration requirements on factory equipment and associated documentation

  • Assist in the commissioning and installation of new machinery or factory refurbishments

  • Address departmental ER issues in line with best HR practices

  • Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in engineering technology

  • Undertake any other reasonable duties as may be requested by your Manager to ensure the overall smooth running of the business

    We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead our engineering team in developing innovative solutions and implementing best practise. . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering and management, with the ability to develop and implement a robust engineering strategy to meet the needs of the business., Experience in engineering management within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the fresh produce/food industry

  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team

  • Strong interpersonal skills - verbal and written

  • Strong business acumen, ability to make decisions, and to take responsibility for outcomes

  • Strong project manager with the ability to efficiently prioritise workload to optimise performance

  • Ability to manage and liaise with a variety of cross-functional team members

  • Time served multi skilled engineer with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Be proactive and solution minded

  • Ability to effectively organise/schedule work to minimise downtime

  • Keen eye for detail on both machinery and administration