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Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Ref: AS5158105

West Midlands, UK

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Operational Excellence
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Lean Manufacturing Expert

About the candidate

The candidate is a proficient Engineering and Maintenance Manager with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and extensive experience in the automotive manufacturing sector. Their career has been highlighted by roles that emphasise hands-on maintenance and strategic leadership, particularly within environments that adhere to stringent safety and continuous improvement cultures. They have demonstrated exceptional ability in leading multi-disciplinary teams and are recognised for their strong communication, problem-solving skills, and financial acumen.

This candidate is highly skilled in managing operational budgets and CAPEX projects, and is well-acquainted with implementing lean manufacturing principles and health and safety compliance standards. With a proven track record of driving significant improvement in process efficiency and equipment effectiveness, they are prepared to bring substantial value to any senior engineering role.

What makes them great?

  • Strategic Project Management: Successfully led multiple capital projects under strict budgets at a large automotive manufacturing facility, contributing to enhanced process automation and continuous improvements.
  • Operational Excellence: Reduced equipment downtime by 30% through the implementation of a new maintenance management system at a mid-size manufacturing plant.
  • Process Efficiency: Drove initiatives that realised reductions in scrap rates and improvements in production yields at a regional manufacturing company.

Areas of expertise

  • Team Leadership and Development: Proven track record in leading engineering teams, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, and enhancing team capabilities through specific training programs.
  • Financial Management and Cost Efficiency: Skilled in budget management and CAPEX project oversight, with successes in aligning projects with financial directives and quality standards.
  • Lean Manufacturing and Process Optimisation: Expertise in applying lean principles to significantly improve production processes, yield, and reduce scrap rates.