Responsibilities
* Achieve the PSQDCC targets through the disciplined and rigorous deployment of the Lean Operating Model.
* Attain Operational Excellence across the designated area of responsibility, in line with the Performance Centre objectives.
* Actively participate in problem solving and the management system using a Go to Gemba approach, with the ambition that 95% of issues are solved within the zone.
* Create a Great Place To Work by developing and empowering first class Team Members and driving a culture of continuous improvement, safe working and open dialogue.
* Flexibility to cover all shift patterns as required by the business; predominantly 6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm (weekly rotation), and core shift 8am–4.30pm.
* Create and sustain a culture aligned to the GKNA Great Place To Work value drivers and Culture Principles by role-modeling behaviours, motivating, encouraging and recognising contributions of individuals and teams.
* Hold Team Members and Team Leaders accountable to embody the GKNA culture principles; be open and honest when appraising and managing performance while coaching to close gaps.
* Provide opportunities for Team Members to play to their strengths; enable learning and personal development.
* Exemplify a safety-first mindset and ensure the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards are applied, maintaining zones as models of a world‑class healthy and safe working environment.
* Lead and develop teams to understand the context, mechanics and delivery of PSQDCC targets to meet customer and stakeholder commitments.
* Actively solve problems using a Go to Gemba approach, with the aim of solving 95% of issues within the zone.
* Cooperate with other Team Leaders to ensure the best performance outcomes for the entire Area.
* Hold functional support staff accountable for adhering to Global standards and enabling the zone to meet targets.
* Ensure disciplined execution of Daily Management and Standardised work through adherence to Leader Standard Work.
* Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements and ensure staff are aware of policies and responsibilities and accountabilities.
* Manage the Zone budget as agreed with the Group Leader, taking ownership when making difficult decisions related to the Zone.
* Previous similar experience in Aerospace (preferred) or in manufacturing/engineering industries.
* Demonstrable leadership skills, with a track record of leading, engaging, training and developing high-performing teams.
* Excellent workplace performance, with rigorous adherence to standardised work and a track record of Kaizen implementation.
* Self-motivated to meet and exceed performance targets.
* Ability to work with various stakeholders.
* Effective and influential communication skills.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener. Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. We’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career. We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?
A Great Place to Work needs a Great Way of Working. Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work. We are also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process; if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know. We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
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