Job Description
* Oversee daily plant operations to achieve production targets, quality standards, and safety compliance, while driving innovation and implementing Lean manufacturing principles for enhanced efficiency.
* Lead quality control initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to minimize defects, manage the plant budget, and optimize resource allocation for cost savings.
* Mentor and develop technical teams, fostering a culture of safety, engagement, and high performance while resolving production challenges through decisive problem-solving.
* Create and execute production plans that optimise the value stream, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (Ergo Check, UKCA, H&S) for equipment and facilities.
* Develop operational strategies to boost efficiency and productivity, utilising project management and data analysis skills for effective KPI reporting and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align plant operations with company objectives.
Qualifications
* Degree in Engineering or a related field, with proven experience in technical leadership within a manufacturing environment, including direct and indirect management.
* Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and experience in production planning and process optimisation across the value stream.
* Expertise in machining manufacturing, budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation, complemented by excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to develop and implement strategic plans for the technical department, with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, and knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards.
Additional Information
Your future job role offers you:
A wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks. Benefits and services, employee discounts, various sports and health opportunities, on-site parking, room for creativity.
You will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK, as we are unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants would not be provided with a Skilled Worker visa for this role and will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.