Metal Components Manager required to join a well-established company that is based in the Biggleswade area. This company supplies metal components directly to leading supermarket chains in the UK and Ireland and indirectly through a national network of independent Distributors.
Due to continuous success and growth, this opportunity has become available and will suit an experienced individual with a proven track record within a modern manufacturing facility primarily based around sheet metal components and finishing. You will need to be able to demonstrate a good understanding or previous experience in lean manufacturing, process improvement/change management, and the use of integrated manufacturing equipment.
Responsibilities:
* Manage a team of between 40 people across the following functions - Sheet metal department / Powder Coating Line / CNC routers & component assembly
* Responsible for the manufacture of components and sub-assemblies to the production schedule
* Ensure the efficient use of production resources whilst maintaining a high standard of quality.
* Continually review the production process with a view to generating lean improvements.
* Manage Health and Safety
* Work closely with other functions to enable achievement of the delivery schedule.
Minimum Requirements:
* A minimum of 5 years proven managerial experience within a sheet metal environment.
* Experience of modern automated and semi-automated equipment.
* Experience of a Powder Coating and CNC routers and assemblies would be desirable.
* Ability to ensure effective use of resources.
* Experience or appreciation of lean methodologies.
* Experience of process improvement.
* Previous experience of MRP systems and Microsoft Office
* Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Full-time - permanent position
Monday to Friday - 07:30am to 16:00pm (once a week you will be required to work a late shift that starts at 16:00pm)
Competitive holiday and pension.
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