Production and Assembly Cell Manager

We are currently hiring Production and Assembly Cell Manager.Our client is a leading street furniture manufacturer, installer and maintainer.
They are expanding their business and adapting to the digital world,hence, building a new team for digital division.

Principal Accountabilities / Responsibilities

To manage a leading, high performing electro-mechanical assembly team to provide optimum results with uninterrupted delivery of final product against programme.
To manage all material distribution & compliance ensuring the flow of materials from production into assembly.
To manage the coordination of assembly priorities with MRP planner and in production workshops ensuring the progress of work at each key stage of manufacture.
To manage and provide work flow charts for individual work stations and compile detailed deadline reports for each team.
Production, assembly and engineering support.
To manage and oversee assembly processes and MRP data input.
To assist where required with the Companies manufacturing order processing system.
To oversee stock and inventory management within the department.
To attend internal meetings providing progress reports where required.
To highlight continuous improvement processes and cost saving initiatives and to encourage the use of programme/ planning tools.
To maintain a high standard and quality of work.
To monitor and drive improved quality & workmanship throughout Production & assembly
To aid in identifying and enforcing MRP disciplines are abided by at all times to aid overall traceability of end product
Other roles as identified

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

Degree, HNC or equivalent in Mechanical, Industrial, Production Engineering, Construction or a similar discipline would be advantageous but not essential.
Significant previous experience in assembly electromechanically assembly and sheet metal fabrication supervision and management.
Previous material planning and logistics management experience within a fast paced manufacturing environment.
Excellent knowledge of production management, production management systems, tools and techniques.
Strong communication and man-management skills.
Knowledge of fabricated / sheet metal component manufacturing.
Knowledge in the use of MRP systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Must be numerate / commercially astute.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and to be able to demonstrate excellent time management skills.
Driving license
Fork lift license would e advantageous although refresher training can be given if required.
General Attributes

Ability to work on own initiative acts on various methods and strategies for solving problems and meeting objectives.
Increase job knowledge and develop job skills.
Able to commit and adhere to Health, Safety and Environment policies, processes and procedures.

Permanent position
Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Salary: GBP45,000/yr
20 days paid holiday plus 8 days public holiday ( pro rata)
Free parking

If you have the skills and qualifications, send your CV to (url removed)