Job Description

ALS Mechatronic

specialise in the design, build and installation of bespoke control systems, factory automation systems including manufacturing process and packaging machinery, conveyors, robotics and vision inspection.

We are located in a 30,000 square foot factory just outside Winchcombe in North Gloucestershire, employing ~40 people.

In this role, you will be bringing our customers' automation aspirations to life, working across a variety of industry sectors (predominantly in food and beverage and plastic container handling) and working on some truly ground-breaking projects.

A lot of what we do is typically bespoke to our customers and to date there's not been an automation challenge we've not been able to support or that we have walked away from. Our diverse project portfolio means there's no standard production lines to work or manage, which is why we only employ 'solutioneers'.

What's really important is the energy and attitude you bring to the role. We're looking for a motivator, a timekeeper, a project manager, a resource planner, a quality manager all in one! This is not a role for the faint-hearted! We're busy and growing rapidly so this is an exciting time to join us and work with a great bunch of people!

The role:

You will be key to ensure on time, on budget project delivery and bringing it all together seamlessly, making sure we're FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) ready. Reporting to the board, you'll gain their confidence by being over everything - there are multiple balls to juggle, a lot to understand, many questions to ask and be ready to answer, and customers we need to impress.

You will be an experienced project manager, a great communicator and adept with project management software and ERP. You will organise and communicate with ease managing multiple, complex multi-million machinery automation projects at any one time, dealing with or scheduling the 'what, where, who, how and why'. Direct industry background is not essential so long as you understand and can evidence what's needed to deliver sizable, complex and unique solutions on time, on budget.

You will have oversight across two manufacturing dependencies: parts fabrication and machine build (mechanically and electrically) along with three direct reports: the workshop manager, fabrication team leader and machine shop supervisor.

Core responsibilities include:

Set and manage daily/weekly milestones for work to be completed as scheduled Resource management and monitoring projects in relation to each other to avoid bottle necks Making sure hours budgeted for builds are the hours used and flag over-runs proactively Keeping your finger on the pulse across a diverse project portfolio - reporting progress and chasing key stakeholders. Having clarity and control across all projects Using project plans as appropriate to keep all those balls in the air and profitable! Recording, monitoring, and improving on project KPIs Interfacing regularly with the engineering teams Overseeing - a well organised, clean, tidy and efficient workshop - proactively finding ways to maximise layout and improve processes to ensure things run smoothly and we have a happy, efficient team of people Holding regular stand-up meetings with the team to ensure everyone is clear on project progress and are clear on their objectives for the day Attend weekly production meetings, being prepared to update the rest of the team and taking back important feedback and updates to your team Quality control! Implement effective quality management procedures to ensure everything the team touches is built to the highest standards possible in a timely fashion Making sure FATs are conducted effectively and the workshop is clean and tidy and ready for VIP (all customers) Managing and maintaining lessons learned with relevant actions, to ensure continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle and attending project wrap-up meetings Leading and supporting the workshop manager, fab team leader and machine shop supervisor Managing staff ongoing performance and conducting annual and 6 month performance reviews and making pay increase recommendations Ensuring your direct reports' teams consistently and accurately log and submit their project timesheets to ensure end of project P&L reporting is accurate Reading daily site reports from the teams out on-site regarding work completed, outstanding, and any non-conformities (to understand if re-work is necessary)

To be considered for the role, you MUST:

have a minimum of 5 years' experience as a project manager ideally in an engineering environment, capable of managing multiple projects at any one time - we don't/can't have standardised production lines - 80% of what we do is bespoke be proficient in project management software such as Microsoft Project/SmartSheets etc. be experienced in resource management have sound experience of managing multiple projects simultaneously be adaptable and able to deal with change and at times ambiguity be experienced in budget management have a good understanding of setting, recording and reporting of KPI's have a strong experience using ERP (SAP ideally but not essential) be proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) come with a great reputation for leading, motivating, inspiring, and organising teams be able to work autonomously and as part of a team be a 'Solutioneer' - you engineer solutions, rather than suffer problems be an excellent communicator and keep a level head under pressure

You will also:

be commercially aware have great people skills - knowing when to speak and when to listen! be comfortable presenting back concisely to the board, senior leadership team and external customers be organised, tidy and work safely have a good eye for detail be a self-starter with an inquisitive mind be a great problem solver and tenacious be a great time-keeper! have a 'can do' attitude (we are a small but fast-growing team - we don't have room for divas!) be fluent in English (second language is a plus) presentable and articulate live or be prepared to relocate to ensure you are within a commutable (drivable) distance to GL54 5BX be eligible to work and live in the UK

If this sounds like you, then here's what's on offer:

Salary: 50-60K OTE - depending on experience (Basic plus KPI driven bonus) Opportunity to earn spot bonuses/awards for outstanding contributions Contributory Pension Scheme (after probationary period) 21 days holiday per annum plus statutory holidays Additional holiday for long service Private Health Insurance for you, your partner and children (after probationary period) Cycle to work scheme (after probationary period) Great colleagues!

Normal hours of working:

Monday-Thursday 08.00 to 17.00, Friday 08.00 to 14.00
(Note there may be occasional longer hours during busier periods and if travel is required)

Important considerations before applying:

Our location is fairly rural and not served by public transport, so own means of transport is essential. Candidates without proven project management experience and strong IT skills need not apply. If you are not legally eligible to work in the United Kingdom please do not enquire or apply, your application will be automatically rejected.
ALS Mechatronic welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, colour, gender, sexuality, age or disability.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Cheltenham GL54 5BX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Which project and resource management software system(s) are you skilled at using?
Experience:

ERP systems: 1 year (preferred) Technical project management: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person