Automation Project Manager

Mineral Park, Inc.; Lower Hordley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Food Manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Project Manager to manage UK-wide automation projects. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated engineering expertise, Project Management qualifications, and experience in the food or FMCG industry. This role offers a salary of £70,000 - £80,000, plus a £5k annual bonus, with standard business hours and the potential for flexibility.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Engineering and Project Management expertise.
• Strong communicator with prioritization skills in fast-paced environments.
• Experience within Food or FMCG industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead UK-wide automation projects.
• Report on achievement of targets and identify actions required.
• Ensure health & safety and quality standards are maintained.

Skills

Engineering expertise

Project Management

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Engineering

Prince 2 or equal Project Management qualification

Job description

Imagine an opportunity where your Engineering and Project Management skills are truly valued and support the growth of your career path. K.A.G. Recruitment is partnering with a leading Food Manufacturing company to find an exceptional Automation Project Manager to manage the delivery, commissioning and sign off of automation projects across their UK sites.

Role: Automation Project Manager

Location: Shropshire UK travel required

Package: £70,000 - £80,000 (DOE) + £5k KPI annual bonus

Hours: Standard business hours (flexibility when required)

Your Role: You will manage and lead UK wide automation projects, implementing best practice for project delivery and execution across the Group with delivery against KPIs. You will contribute to new business innovations and efficiencies throughout the project and processes.

Responsibilities

• Priority management throughout projects and their life cycles
• Manage contractors via contractor's managers and local site supervisors
• Manage OEMs via project managers and installation teams
• Report on achievement of targets and identify any actions required
• Work as part of the Management team to share ideas and improve operation, recommending, supporting and implementing continuous improvement
• Work with Group engineering team to plan and support OEM and non-OEM training
• Ensure H&S and quality standards are maintained throughout
• Maintain Audits on standards throughout project lifecycle
• Ensure Capital Expenditure agreements are adhered to
• Conduct Benchmarking exercise and supplier comparisons regularly
• Ensure no overspends during project lifecycle with regular project cost reviews
• Use group deals and trading agreements with OEMs and Contractors

Qualifications

• Demonstrated Engineering and Project Management expertise: HNC, HND or Degree in Engineering principle, Prince 2 or equal Project Management qualification or similar.
• A strong communicator who can prioritise effectively in fast-paced environments with excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience within Food or other FMCG industry
• Strong understanding of engineering principles who can evaluate AutoCAD drawings

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