Manufacturing Operations Analyst
Company:
Boeing United Kingdom Limited
Job Summary
We are seeking a Manufacturing Operations Analyst to lead the development and implementation of strategies, which will be intrinsic to the planned people ramp-up & support future production rates at the Boeing Sheffield Fabrication site.
The Manufacturing Operations Analyst will analyze and interpret data. Provide feedback on assessment results, working with organizations to develop strategies, plans and metrics to accomplish company initiatives using Lean methodologies (or other applicable tools and processes). The role will operate at the appropriate level in the organization to implement strategies and plans, working under general direction of the site manager.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead hiring for production and support roles, screen applicants, co-ordinate interviews and lead employee hiring and onboarding meetings.
2. Develop and maintain staffing plans and shift schedules to meet production goals and minimize overtime and downtime.
3. Design, deliver, and maintain orientation and onboarding programs for new hires (safety, SOPs, quality, equipment, company culture).
4. Create, manage, and update training curricula, competency checklists, and certification/tracking systems for operators and technicians.
5. Partner with department managers and supervisors to identify skill gaps, succession needs, and training priorities.
6. Use production data to forecast labor needs, model staffing scenarios, and recommend process or staffing changes.
7. Track and report key workforce metrics (turnover, time-to-fill, training completion, competency pass rates, absenteeism).
8. Lead continuous improvement initiatives around operator productivity, standard work, and training effectiveness (e.g., reduce onboarding time, increase First Time Quality).
9. Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements in all staffing and training materials.
Required Experience/Qualifications:
10. 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing operations, workforce planning, training development/delivery, or a related role.
11. Demonstrated experience in recruiting, onboarding, and training production staff.
12. Strong analytical skills with experience using production and HR data to guide decisions.
13. Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
14. Proficient with Microsoft applications
Preferred Experience/Qualifications:
15. Knowledge of safety (OSHA) and quality (ISO/AS9100 or similar) requirements in manufacturing environments.
16. Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, standard work, or continuous improvement methodologies.
17. Experience in Aerospace industry
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labor sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance:
This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)