Test & Commissioning Manager

Intec Recruitment; Hook; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Test and Commissioning Manager to lead a team and drive process improvements. The role involves overseeing workflows, managing team performance, and ensuring effective communication across departments. Ideal candidates will possess strong management skills, a Bachelor's degree, and a proactive attitude towards continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven management skills to optimize team performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage team activities and promote high standards of Health and Safety.
• Oversee workflows to improve Lead Times for sales orders.
• Conduct appraisals and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Conflict management

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

5 years in a manufacturing environment

Job description

Purpose of the role

Reporting to the Head of Manufacturing, you will manage your own team with full responsibility for people, procedures, and processes. You will motivate and engage the team to meet business targets, creating a positive and respectful environment.

As the Test and Commissioning Manager, you will oversee manufacturing improvements, working collaboratively with departments, and striving for excellence and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain effective communication with managers, staff, and other departments to ensure smooth workflows.
• Oversee planned monthly work aligned with customer delivery dates to improve Lead Times for sales orders.
• Ensure all team members are knowledgeable about company products and related topics.
• Maintain processes and procedures within your area of responsibility.
• Encourage reporting of non-conformance and near misses; own root cause analysis where applicable.
• Support team members' growth to reach their potential.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining control of your area.
• Monitor and improve team efficiency continuously.
• Manage daily activities of the team.
• Promote high standards of Health and Safety and manufacturing best practices.
• Conduct appraisals and provide constructive feedback.
• Address performance issues promptly and constructively.
• Communicate goals, plans, and roles clearly to the team.
• Drive continuous improvement within the team.

Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven management skills to optimize team performance and development.
• Ability to work effectively across departments and engage stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with a proactive attitude.
• A change agent capable of driving process improvements.
• Proficiency in conflict management and business negotiations.

Behavioral Qualities

• Manage performance consistently, fairly, and firmly.
• Demonstrate self-awareness, moral courage, openness, and honesty.
• Engage with team members impartially.
• Embrace continuous improvement and change.
• Resilient, optimistic, and pragmatic.
• Confident, assertive, with self-control.
• Collaborative, working effectively with others.