**This role is available on a 12-month fixed term contract**
About us:
Spectrum Control is a global leader in managing and controlling the electromagnetic spectrum. We make the invisible electromagnetic spectrum visible and controllable with our industry-leading capabilities.
The work we do is important. Whether that’s developing solutions used in defence applications that help to protect the UK and partners, to supporting technology for next generation satellite communication, space exploration and deep well drilling, Spectrum Control makes a difference.
Job Summary:
As a Production Manager, you'll ensure products are manufactured safely, cost-effectively and on time and that they meet the required quality standards. Furthermore, you will ensure the effectiveness of the production team by reporting on productivity and driving change programmes to improve the efficiency aligned with best in class performance expectations.
Essential Functions:
* Deliver the order Backlog to maintain On Time In Full and past due Backlog targets, through working with planning manager and ERP system to develop daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules
* Provide concise reporting to relevant stakeholders of manufacturing progress against agreed plans, clearly identifying all risks and mitigations. Escalating, where appropriate, in a timely manner to ensure quick resolution of issues.
* Hold regular production meetings with relevant staff to ensure output targets are understood and met, addressing any exceptions to plan with robust corrective actions.
* Clearly define and monitor objectives and metrics aligned with company targets for the manufacturing team.
* Support manufacturing staff through motivation, coaching, support and personal & professional development for all manufacturing staff. Working with HR to create staff development programmes, succession plans and performance management objectives.
* Support and drive Continuous Improvement opportunities targeting cost, efficiencies, and industry best practice, including implementation and maintenance of Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.
* Participate and constructively contribute at all relevant stages of the new product introduction process providing accountability for manufacturing execution.
* Support customer visits and actively promote the business both internally and externally. Furthermore, supporting industry & customer audits to demonstrate compliance with specifications for manufacturing.
Qualifications & Education:
* Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering/electronics discipline - Desirable
* Management qualification / Chartered Member of an industry related professional body - Desirable
Knowledge and Experience:
* Manufacturing leadership position in an electronics or related industry
* Relevant leadership and management experience at operational level with a proven track record of success (5 years +)
* Lean practitioner with a proven track record in continuous improvement
* Ability to manage high product mix with low-high volumes
* Proven knowledge of ERP systems and business planning tools
* Some awareness of Environment and Health and Safety legislation and Employment Law
* Experience with microelectronics in an aerospace and defence environment would be beneficial
* Strong leadership skills with ability to optimise team performance and development
* Strong focus on continuous improvement and driving change and excellence in the business
* Ability to support and work with cross-functional teams and good relationship management skills
* Good analytical and problem solving abilities
* Good communication and influencing skills
* Good written, verbal and presentation skills
* Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against deadlines
* Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise and manage multiple requirements
* Ability to manage conflict
* Good IT skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel to intermediate level
* Self-starter and able to work on own initiative
Other requirements
* Some travel may be required
* SC clearance or ability to obtain
What we can offer you:
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package that recognises the value you bring to Spectrum Control :
* Flexible working practices – we work a 9-day fortnight, offer hybrid working, flexitime, and work a half day Friday
* 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
* Health cash plan – cash back for everyday health expenses
* Pension scheme with 6% employer contributions
* Life assurance – 4 x annual salary
* Reward and recognition platform
* Discount platform – retail, leisure, gym discounts and more
* Employee assistance programme with access to confidential counselling services
* Support for further training and education
* Continuous development and career progression opportunities
* Relocation assistance up to £8,000 if you relocate to take up a position with us
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Third-Party Recruiters
Please note, that per Spectrum Control Policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our values and expectations. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Spectrum Control will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity. If you or your agency are interested in becoming an approved vendor please contact scirecruiting@am.spectrumcontrol.com.
Spectrum Control combines engineering expertise, innovation and manufacturing excellence to enable mission-critical solutions. Designed to solve complex problems in signal modulation and transmission, Spectrum Control solutions enable high quality product performance in the military and government, space, commercial, aerospace, security, medical, industrial and communications industries. Through proven experience and innovation, Spectrum Control delivers reliable solutions for the most rugged environments in the world – and beyond. Our team works to understand each customer’s needs at every level, which leads to long-term partnerships with our customers that transcend transactions and projects, helping to drive ongoing value at all levels of an organization.
Spectrum Control operates by the following guiding principles: safety, integrity, respect, ethics, trust and continuous improvement. Spectrum Control is dedicated to delivering highly-engineered, reliable products that help save, enhance and protect lives. The company employs a secure, trusted, innovative, empowered and resilient environment to collaborate across the organization to deliver impactful results to our customers.
Founded in 1981, Spectrum Control brought together the power of several trusted brands and formed a uniquely capable partner for RF/microwave, electromagnetic, and security solutions. Over the past 70 years, the company’s engineers and technologists have led the way in creating high-quality solutions for demanding environments everywhere. Today, Spectrum Control's team includes 1,300+ people working across 14 design/manufacturing centers in North America and Europe.
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