We're looking for a
LEAD ENGINEER
SALARY | £45,000 LOCATION | Blackburn REF | INV33836
CONSULTANT | Sean Hogan
Our client is one of the UK’s leaders in designing, developing, and manufacturing cutting-edge plastic products. They are looking for someone to step into the role of Lead Engineer and grow with the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and experienced Engineer to join this well-established business with an impressive portfolio of clients.
Requirements
- Using engineering skills to positively influence and develop a team of up to 7 engineers and provide support to the Engineering Manager and Supervisors.
- Capable of carrying out installations, repairs and maintenance of new and existing equipment.
- Responsible for planning, carrying out those changes and then proving them in production and training line personnel to use any changes to maximum effect.
- Ensure that all issues raised by the setting staff are dealt with effectively to avoid downtime or scrap situations.
- Ensure that all costs are approved following the correct company procedures.
- Check the quality and carry out PPM’s on the equipment.
- Complete specified reports and act on any issues raised.
- Complete and monitor all necessary reports on the performance of team members.
Skills & Knowledge
- City & Guilds / NVQ / ONC Mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
- Proven track record of supervising a team within a mechanical environment.
- Previous experience of managing/prioritising a varied workload.
- Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) and ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with the client.
- Proficient with MS Office.
- If you feel these qualities describe you, then we would like to hear from you.
What you'll get in return
Salary | £45,000
Duration | Full-Time
Location | Blackburn