Job Description
Our Client, a leading Manufacturing company in Sligo, is hiring a full-time Engineering Manager. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position is to lead a newly created Engineering Department incorporating new product and process development, process optimization/improvement, and environment functions.The jobholder has the responsibility for investments in manufacturing machinery, tooling, and other production equipment according to the principle that they have to be based on "right-sizing" to achieve optimal flexibility for minimum investment and to reduce the risk of write-off losses due to changes in demand patterns and/or technology, while at the same time capitalizing on advantages available from new technologies.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Act as Strategic Manager of multiple technologies to include all local site services (air, water, electricity).Development and implementation of the necessary systems, procedures, and protocols ensuring that they meet and adhere to Quality Management System and Design Control requirements.Compliance with all the regulations relevant to the role regarding the maintenance of effective Health and Safety, Environmental, and Quality systems.Development and implementation of a complete asset management system including maintenance functions.Identification and selection of best value technologies.Preparation of annual operational and capital expenditure budgets.Management of agreed budgets, hiring, day-to-day management, and project resourcing.Delivery of profitable on-time product/project launch.Prioritize and drive execution of multiple complex department projects.Sponsor and support value improvement in the operation.Ensure the efficient and timely transfer of process knowledge from project personnel to manufacturing engineers and coordinate the training of production team members on new processes and equipment.Establish and support a work environment of continuous improvement that supports our customer’s quality policy.Initiate cross-functional partnerships to identify and resolve production/engineering issues.Managerial, leadership, and employee development, ensuring adequate training is provided to satisfy all operational and health and safety requirements.Requirements:Degree in Engineering.5+ years within a manufacturing environment at a senior level.Organized, highly motivated, enthusiastic, energetic individual with a goal-focused attitude and able to work effectively with other functional areas.Expertise in project management and resource management in a complex demanding environment gained from experience in high-volume manufacturing.Technically astute, numerate, and possessing excellent analytical ability.A highly confident team player with a quality-focused approach and an innovative approach to problem solving demonstrating a "Right first time" approach and attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills dealing with people and situations at all levels.Strong People Management Skills, written and verbal communication skills along with effective presentation skills.Knowledge of latest plastic injection mould tool, metal stamping, and automation technology.A proven knowledge of technology deployment.Possess a good understanding and application of quality PSW/PPAP/APQP, lean principles.Measures effectiveness and has a strong business and financial acumen. #J-18808-Ljbffr