IPS (Part of the Culina Group) works with some of the best known brands and provides cost effective and innovative co-packing, co-filling and co-manufacturing solutions within the UK.
At Culina Group we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged and inspired!
Job Description
We are currently seeking an Engineering Manager to join our team at Featherstone on a 6 month fixed term basis. You will manage, develop and lead the site engineering team to effectively deliver an operationally excellent factory in line with the business requirements.
You must be driven, have a can-do attitude and a willingness to mentor, grow and develop the members of your team.
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30-17.00 with a degree of flexibility
Key Duties of an Engineering Manager:
Ensure Risk assessments and method statements are compliant with all relevant Health & Safety legislation and company procedures e.g. contractor control, isolation and lock off.
Devise, compile & implement maintenance procedures, engineering standards / specifications as required.
Co-ordinate the activities of the maintenance team, providing clear, concise direction and counselling to the team to maximise employee contribution e.g. Continuous Improvement and ensure delivery of the maintenance plan as agreed with the General Manager.
Responsible for the management of the sites maintenance budget.
Review Engineering competency and ensure appropriate training and development plans are set and implemented to meet both the individual and the business needs.
Drive the development and utilisation of the company’s CMMS and validate the its data integrity to cause and effect analysis level e.g. PPM plans are robust and appropriate.
Own the OEE loss reduction programme for the engineering related categories, using appropriate tools, techniques and resources e.g. RCAs.
Participate in capital projects ensuring that relevant PM plans and engineering standards are embedded into the engineering ways of working for new plant and machinery.
Responsible for the management and review of allocated outsourced contracts.
Responsible for own and team’s development and to carryout objective setting, performance appraisals and development planning – moving towards a self-management culture.
Mentor the sites production managers on engineering related issues to validate interventions and decision making capability on technical issues.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role you must have a previous manufacturing and production experience. Knowledge in Continuous Improvement would be beneficial to help you thrive in this position.
Experience of working successfully within a FMCG Manufacturing environment.
TPM methodology awareness.
Working knowledge of RCM/RCA.
IOSH.
NVQ Level 3 Management (Desirable).
At least five years’ experience of engineering (projects and maintenance) within a food production environment.
Continuous improvement experience, tools and techniques.
Additional Information
As part of our drive to make IPS a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.
Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.
Our People are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
Annual Leave – Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 days plus the bank holidays.
Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirements so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
Life Assurance - 4x your annual salary.
Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the month and year, special recognition and long service awards.
Everyday discounts - via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year