A leading manufacturer of advanced complex machinery for use in the automotive and aerospace sectors is looking for a Project Manager to join the team. You will be responsible for managing key new product introduction to manufacture & launch and candidates are sought with proven project management experience gained in a complex manufacturing/engineering environment.

Commutable from: Leamington Spa, Warwick, Coventry, Solihull, Stratford, Kenilworth.

Salary: 38,000 - 45,000 p.a.

Suitable for: Project Coordinator, Programme Coordinator, Project Manager, Project Engineer.

The Role

Lead programmes from concept through to production.

Establish and anticipate potential project risks, identifying and establishing corrective actions.

Produce deliverables on-time to customer requirements.

Participate in Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEAs), Quality history reviews

Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) processes.

Track tasks against the project timing plan.

Proactively seek out opportunities for new or repeat business.

Contribute to continuous improvement activities.

Write reports and present progress at project meetings and to clients.

Conduct benchmarking studies to determine best practices/ future trends.

Manage the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems.

The Person

Proven Project Engineering/Project Management experience.

Experience working in the manufacturing and/or engineering sectors.

Knowledge of the Quality systems and procedures.

An understanding of Lean Manufacturing.

Understanding of design and production costs to include waste, downtime, scrap and re-work.

A very high standard of personal integrity.

Willingness to take directions from multiple sources.

Ability to be flexible and amenable to change in schedules.

Ability to implement programs in a timely manner and stay on schedule.

For more information send a CV to: Alex Price