Job Title: Controls Manufacturing Manager
Location: VES Head Office, Eagle Close, Chandler's Ford Industrial Estate, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 4NF
Employment: Full Time, Permanent
Role Salary: £34,850 - £41,211
About VES:
VES is a family run British manufacturer in the commercial ventilation industry. We supply and manufacture a wide range of air handling, heat recovery, supply and extract units for public, commercial and industrial buildings across the UK. We also offer a wide range of specialist services to improve the performance and life of existing HVAC equipment.
Purpose of Role
The purpose of this role is to drive a step change improvement in Production performance which will deliver the levels of yield and quality necessary to meet our customers’ expectations and support the Company’s strategic plan and manufacturing strategy of On Time In Full (OTIF). Key to this will be improving the competency and discipline of the team and the standardisation of current processes to reflect industry best practice through Best Quality – Lowest Total Cost – Shortest Lead Time – High Morale and optimizing production flow by eliminating waste.
Roles and responsibilities
- Ensures the efficient day-to-day operation of the department to consistently deliver on internal and external KPI’s, managing costs within the agreed budget.
- Ensures quality compliance to customer specifications and standards. Creates and monitors improvement plans to drive down process time whilst maximising productivity.
- Develop and track improvement in reduction of DOR's. Raising the DOR's based on the discovered issue with the data provided for the design.
- Responsible for manpower and succession planning to build an effective team of Supervisors and Team Leaders, capable of ensuring employee discipline is maintained and procedures are followed consistently.
- Coordinate, set up and implement standard operating procedures for all departments operations.
- Ensures all team members are appropriately trained to carry out their role effectively and developed to ensure consistent delivery of the required performance.
- Plan training for new starters and the development of team.
- Participate in development of team and carry out 121’s and InVESt conversations on a regular basis to maximize performance within the team.
- Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on verbal and written communication and be able to motivate the team.
- Deliver regular (at least monthly) team briefings, ensuring all staff are clear on company strategy, objectives, performance and priorities. Encourages a culture of continuous improvement and information sharing, encouraging team members to raise new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Support the plans for the smooth introduction of new products into the manufacturing area / factory.
- Ensures compliance with Health & Safety Regulations of team members, maintaining their awareness through regular communication. Ensures relevant risk assessments are in place as required.
Any other duties deemed appropriate by your Line Manager
Why work for us?
We want to create new ways of working, led by our strong values. As Controls Manufacturing Manager, your role will be pivotal in helping us achieve our aim. Join us on our mission to be the premium UK ventilation solution provider.
Our values we work to, every day.
- Safety starts with me.
- We communicate.
- We act with purpose. We act now.
- We think customer.
- We develop and grow.
- We work as a team.
Company Benefits
- Life Assurance.
- Company Pension.
- 22 Days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays).
- Celebration Day Off (if your birthday falls on a working day).
- Opportunities to Develop and Grow.
- A Free and Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
- Multiple Annual Company Run Events / Awards.
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Good Transport Links (Chandler's Ford Train Station).
- The Chance to Enrich Your Role (by joining our social / charity committee and / or becoming a Fire Warden, First Aider, or Mental Health First Aider).
If you think you have the skills and experience required for this role, please apply today with your CV.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm (30 minute lunch break)
- Work Location: In person
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: £34,850.00-£41,211.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
Application question(s):
- Do you have any people management experience within a manufacturing/production environment?
- Do you have the Right to Work in the United Kingdom?
Work Location: In person
