Configuration Controller in Cheltenham

Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) are looking for a Configuration Controller to be responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining configuration management processes to ensure system integrity, consistency, and traceability across environments.

• Configuration control of product build standards and parts within the PLM system
• Input and maintenance of product data and build standards/Part Structures into the ERP/MRP system
• Publishing of drawings and technical documents through the Ultra PCS PLM system
• PLM training and administrative support
• Management of Drawings/document Revision Control and Change Requests ensuring compliance with Configuration Control Procedures
• Control of customer specifications and documentation into PLM
• Management and maintenance of Registers, Projects and project database, Logs, Standards and Procedures
• Technical Library Management of Configuration Control Board Meetings (CCB’s), incl. minutes and document support within the PLM system
• Maintain and support all PCS part numbering systems, file management processes and project structures
• Maintain organisational and CM performance metrics and implement corrective actions as applicable
• Support general engineering activities as directed by the Configuration Manager
• You will be required to create a positive working culture and work practices and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Maintain and/or create Configuration user instructions

• Educated as a minimum, to BTEC level 4/5 HNC/HND or recognized equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a similar engineering discipline
• Previous experience in configuration management desirable
• Good Communication skills are key to increasing management’s effectiveness with both superiors and subordinates
• Leadership skills are pertinent to providing and seeking out continuing education opportunities and fostering a growth mindset
• Time management skills are important in prioritizing tasks to support the Engineering team to ensure that projects are completed by deadlines and streamlining processes to maximize productivity
• Decision-making skills are key to weighing the costs and benefits of various options and determining the best course of action to achieve company goals
• Problem-solving skills are crucial to analysing past and current performance and recommending objectives to improve productivity and profitability
• Demonstrate a tenacious, logical and determined working style with strong organisational skills
• Ability to work with a diverse team to deliver results in a timely manner is required
• Use own initiative within the scope of the role
• Plans own work to ensure on time delivery
• Seeks solutions to problems encountered
• Strong communicator with excellent leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders and prioritize requests
• Well developed computer literacy specifically including: MS Office suite and MS Project

• Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities
• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays
• 4 times your annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions
• Sports and Social club
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

You couldn’t be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process.

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.