Assistant Factory Manager - Project Delivery

University of Sheffield - Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre

Placed On: 18th November 2025

Closes: 8th December 2025

Job Ref: 1881

Job description:

Working Pattern: 35 hours Mon-Fri on site working

Faculty: AMRC, Catcliffe, Rotherham

Do you have hands-on experience in engineering or manufacturing operations and a knack for keeping things running smoothly? We’re looking for a detail-driven Assistant Factory Manager to support our world-class research facility at the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC).

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role where your organisational skills, practical know-how, and team-first mindset will make a real impact. You’ll be part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment supporting research teams that deliver cutting-edge innovation to industry.

What will you be doing?

Working closely with the Factory Management team, you’ll help manage the day-to-day operations of our facility—ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality support for technical project teams. From overseeing materials handling and supporting compliance with health and safety standards to coordinating equipment calibration and managing supplies, you’ll be a central part of a team enabling the success of major engineering programmes.

You’ll also:

• Support material accountancy and movement of hazardous goods
• Help maintain equipment, tools, and consumables
• Monitor PPE stock and ensure waste disposal processes are followed
• Assist with staff training records and security access
• Contribute to risk assessments and factory procedures
• Play a role in supporting audits (Quality, Environmental, and H&S)
• Support project teams in applying consistent manufacturing practices

Who are we looking for?

You’re someone who thrives in structured, hands-on roles where precision and process matter. You’ll bring:

• Experience in a manufacturing, factory, or engineering environment
• An understanding of project workflows and compliance requirements
• A methodical approach with strong organisational and communication skills
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Familiarity with industry standards like ISO 14001, AS9100, or OHSAS18001 is a bonus—but more important is your drive to support a busy technical environment and your ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Why join us?

• Work in a high-impact research environment influencing real-world innovation
• Access to professional development and industry networks
• Be part of a team that values collaboration, quality, and safety
• Competitive benefits including a university pension, staff discounts, and sustainable travel schemes

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, the successful candidate will need to obtain Security Check clearance and will be on-site full-time. Ensure you meet eligibility criteria before applying.

Ready to help power cutting-edge manufacturing research? Apply now and be part of something truly transformative.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.