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Mechanical & Electrical Workshop Foreman

Felbridge
3 weeks ago
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Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic and rewarding opportunity? This Mechanical & Electrical Workshop Foreman role offers you the chance to lead and manage shop-floor activities in a cutting-edge environment, working on innovative projects in the automotive and aerospace industries. With a focus on quality, efficiency, and safety, this position is perfect for someone passionate about delivering excellence and driving team success. Join a company that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and be part of a team that thrives on creating world-class solutions.

What You Will Do:

  • Supervise the assembly and commissioning of machines and equipment, ensuring they meet quality standards and customer acceptance criteria.

  • Manage shop-floor operations, overseeing build activities, inspections, and commissioning processes.

  • Collaborate with the Projects and Engineering teams to review manufacturing packs and ensure parts are available for assembly.

  • Assign tasks to fitters, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality equipment.

  • Maintain a safe working environment by adhering to health and safety procedures and promoting cleanliness and organisation.

  • Oversee the packaging and dispatch of accepted machines and equipment, ensuring all checks are completed prior to customer buy off.

    What You Will Bring:

  • A strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, robotic, and/or pneumatic systems, ideally within the automotive industry.

  • Knowledge of bespoke design, particularly in powertrain environments.

  • Competency in MS Office, with intermediate Excel skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with defined procedures effectively.

  • A proactive and self-motivated approach, with a focus on results and customer satisfaction.

    This Mechanical & Electrical Workshop Foreman role is integral to the company's mission of delivering high-quality assembly machinery for industries such as automotive and aerospace. By ensuring seamless operations and fostering a collaborative environment, you will contribute to the company's reputation for excellence and innovation.

    Location:

    This position is based in Felbridge, offering a full-time role with flexibility during periods of high demand.

    Interested?:

    If you're ready to take on this exciting Mechanical & Electrical Workshop Foreman role and make a real impact, don't wait. 

    Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

    In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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