We have a fantastic opportunity for a Manufacturing Facilities Manager to join our amazing manufacturing team in Barnstaple. This is an incredible opportunity to join our team.
What do our factories manufacture? Within our Plymouth site our main operation is the manufacture of vehicle grease filled looms for the second largest producer of automatic lubrication systems, fluid management and safety support systems. Within our Barnstaple site our main operation is the manufacturing of high quality bed frames and components for luxury bed manufacturer.
As the Manufacturing Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient operation, and maintenance, of the company s manufacturing facility, as well as the health and safety of all persons on site. This includes ensuring that the building, equipment, and production environment meet operational, health & safety, and environmental standards.
You will work closely with the production teams to ensure that facilities management contributes to optimal manufacturing output, cost control, and continuous improvement.
Our ideal candidate will have proven experience in a manufacturing facilities management role along with demonstrated ability to manage maintenance budgets and control operational costs. We would also be looking for our candidate to have experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we re offering a competitive salary range £37,145 to £46,730 p.a. pro rata(dependent on experience) with these great benefits:
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
- 2 Volunteer Days
- Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employee 5% Employer
- Health Insurance Allowance
- Employer Paid Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
- Annual Salary Review
- Enhanced Maternity/Adoption and Paternity Pay Arrangements
- Free access to BenefitHub an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Tax Saver Commuter Tickets
- Refer a Friend Scheme
Interested? There s an easy to apply route below to upload your CV!
If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 (phone number removed).
Seetec Group is an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally within our employee owners. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.
Location: Based at our Barnstaple site with occasional travel to our site in Plymouth
Hours: 22.5 hours a week.
Closing Date: 22 November 2024
Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 6 months
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure facility maintenance is carried out to a high standard. (Including HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, and building structure)
- Plan and oversee repairs and upgrades to manufacturing equipment and infrastructure.
- Compile comprehensive site action plan, with documented weekly reports on progress.
- Ensure that all manufacturing facilities comply with UK health and safety regulations. (Including fire safety, hazardous materials handling, and workplace safety standards)
- Oversee maintenance and efficient use of manufacturing equipment. (Ensuring minimal disruption to production)
- Work closely with production teams to support lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Ensure the facility complies with environmental regulations and sustainability targets. (Focusing on waste reduction, recycling, and energy efficiency)
Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Experience of ensuring and documenting regulatory compliance.
- NEBOSH Diploma - Strong understanding of UK health & safety, regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to manage maintenance budgets and control operational costs.
- Experience managing HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and be able to respond to emergencies or breakdowns.
- Experience in managing teams and external contractors effectively.
- Experience in training colleagues to implement safe systems of work.
- Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external service providers.
Desirable:
- Relevant qualifications in engineering, facilities management, or a related field.
- Knowledge of sustainable building practices and energy efficiency projects.
Additional Information
PLUSSpart of Seetec Pluss and the Seetec group, is an award-winning Community Interest Company that supports thousands of people each year to achieve a career and fulfil their true potential. Our employment operations help jobseekers who need the most specialist support to find work. Our enterprise operations run alongside to create direct employment opportunities in a wide range of job roles. The projects give people the opportunity to get involved in local communities, meet new people and have fun through a range of activities.
Pluss is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.
Dependent on the role applying to you may be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS/DS) check. Seetec support the recruitment of ex- offenders and will not discriminate in any way. Our full policy statement of Ex-Offenders can be found on our website under About us
Pluss is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
