Job Title: Assistant Engineering Manager
Salary: Up to 50K
Location: Featherstone
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am-4:30pm

The Recruitment Group is working with a market leading co-packer, with over 30 years of experience, they provide cost-effective and innovative co-packing and co-manufacturing solutions.

Purpose of the Assistant Engineering Manager:

The Engineering Assistant Manager will ensure the team drives improvements to production efficiencies, Monitor and maintain improvements programs. The role will implement best practices, team development, personal development and supporting the engineering strategy.

Main duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Engineering Manager:

• To Support and Manage the Engineering team's day to day operations of the Department. Ensuring any issues are reported to the Engineering Manager.
• Assist in Developing and Implementing Engineering Strategies and Procedures. Co-Ordinate with different teams to ensure the smooth execution of projects. Monitor and maintain all engineering equipment to ensure Optimal Functionality.
• Drive the development and utilisation of the CMMS system. Control the PPM's system to ensure a robust process has been carried out.
• Contractor control, looking after contractors to ensure all Paperwork is up to date. Rams, Insurances etc. Carry out regular checks to ensure all contractors are inducted before entering the site.
• Drive and manage the apprenticeship programme within the business, Look after the training programmes schedules and roles and responsibilities.
• Step-up and direct the department in the engineering managers absence.
• Responsible for the completion and control of the Documentation for engineering. Liaise with the Engineering Manager to unsure the Documents are accurate.
• Ensuring all Disciplinary & Grievance matters are reported in accordance with company's processes
• Implement safety measures and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
• Oversee trouble shooting and repairs to resolve equipment issues.

Experience/knowledge requirements for the Assistant Engineering Manager:

• Experience as an Engineering Team Leader, Senior Engineer or Assistant manager looking to take the next step in your career
• Minimum Level 3, engineering qualification
• Proven experience in an engineering management or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of Engineering procedures and principles
• Strong leadership abilities and collaborative work style

Please call Emma at The Recruitment Group to find out more about this position.