Engineering manager

Company Description Part of the Culina Group, IPS are the UK market leader in Contract Packing solutions. IPS provide the most extensive pool of Contract Packing equipment and expertise available in the UK. We are now widely integrated and embedded within operations right across the Culina Group network. At Culina Group we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive hellip; A place where you #39;re valued, challenged and inspired! Job Description We are currently seeking an Engineering Manager to join our team at York. You will be managing a team of electrical engineers who have continued their career starting from apprenticeships. You must be driven, have a can-do attitude and a willingness to mentor, grow and develop the members of your team. This would be a great opportunity for someone who is looking for that next step into their career, who may have thought about becoming a Manager and making a difference. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 07.00-16.00 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 rsquo;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 rsquo;s development and to carryout objective setting, performance appraisals and development planning ndash; 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 rsquo; 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 ndash; Competitive holiday entitlement of 25 days plus the bank holidays Pension scheme ndash; we want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer Life Assurance - 4 x your annual salary Wellness ndash; 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 ndash; We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses Reward Recognition ndash; 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