At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Plant Manager in directing plant activities and ensuring production quality.
- Company: CSP, a leader in advanced composite components for transportation industries.
- Benefits: Affordable medical, dental, vision care, 401k match, and more.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth and learning in a collaborative culture.
- Why this job: Join an innovative team and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more.
Essential Job Functions:
- Support the Plant Manager in planning, organizing, and directing all plant activities to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and established safe work practices; report all unsafe conditions or behaviours to the Plant Manager and/or EHS Manager.
- Lead by example and promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Supervise, manage, and develop employees, including performance management, coaching, and disciplinary processes in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.
- Coordinate with maintenance, quality, logistics, and engineering teams to maintain optimal production flow and minimise downtime.
- Monitor production metrics to ensure that targets for safety, quality, cost, and delivery are consistently achieved.
- Assist in evaluating equipment capacity and performance; recommend and implement improvements to meet monthly and long-term production goals.
- Maintain accurate departmental records, ensuring compliance with company retention and destruction policies.
- Communicate regularly with the Plant Manager regarding plant performance, personnel issues, production schedules, and operational challenges.
- Drive proactive initiatives to achieve departmental and company objectives, including cost reduction, efficiency gains, and workforce engagement.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive industry and a unionized facility.
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to build positive relationships with hourly and salaried employees, including union representatives.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and capable of analyzing and presenting operational data.
- Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles, problem-solving methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Business Administration, Manufacturing Management, Engineering, or a related field.
If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you!
Assistant. Plant Manager in Salisbury employer: CSP
CSP Salisbury is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and development within a dynamic and innovative environment. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and safety, employees are empowered to lead cross-functional teams and drive impactful change in the automotive composites sector. The company offers competitive benefits and fosters a collaborative work culture, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
