Description
PRODUCTION TEAM LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION
Reports to: Production Manager
Job Purpose
Responsible for production section supervision and control of resources to meet day to day targets whilst meeting Production requirements
Direct Reports: Production Operators
Key Responsibilities
•Responsible for production throughput from initial receipting of material to final assembly, test and final delivery
•Ensure that assigned section activities are conducted in accordance with company procedures and standards ensuring high quality output
•Actively support team members in Production Operator duties as and when required:
oBuild electro-mechanical assemblies to IPC-A-610 standard
oCarry out automated tests of built sub-assemblies and general assemblies
oPack products
oCheck quality of the product through self-inspection
oRecord and report any discrepancies or non-conformances using the company ERP system (IFS)
•Monitor and achieve targets – output, quality, cost and health & safety
•Champion continuous improvement within the section and support initiatives to improve delivery times, process time, cost, quality and eliminate waste
•Train colleagues when required, to agreed company standards in working practices and processes
•Support team building and promote good working relations through example and good practice
•Use the non-conformance process to ensure defective material is returned to supplier
•Facilitate Health and Safety and Environmental procedures, ensuring staff adhere to relevant safety and environmental requirements
•Deputise for Production Manager when required
•Manage material shortages and discrepancies through the use of IFS and communication with stores/procurement
•Run Tier 1 meeting with team and escalate and present issues up to tier 2 on a daily basis
Decision Making (including Problem Solving and Impact on Business)
•Day to day decisions that may influence the efficiency of the section
•Requires analysis of information, KPIs and targets to ensure on track
•Work closely with other Team Leaders, Engineering, stores and buyers to resolve issues related to the section
•Understand and work to assembly drawings and instructions
•Impact - line stoppage, delays, costs and quality
•Carry out initial analysis and problem solving if unable to resolve escalate to Manager
Communication & Contacts
•Good verbal and written communication which includes being able to provide instruction and direction to a team
•Complete travellers and test sheets
•Handle information of a sensitive, confidential or secret nature
•Work closely with other Team Leaders and departments to resolve issues related to section
•Understand and work to assembly drawings and instructions
People Management
•Manage, motivate and develop employees (direct reports) to ensure that they fulfil their roles and meet targets effectively and on a timely basis to agreed quality standards
•Coach direct reports to help them further develop in their own roles and levels of expertise
•Responsible for on the job training
•Responsible for conducting Performance Development Reviews
•Responsible for performing return to work interviews
Financial Responsibility
N/A
Equipment
•Use of automated test equipment
•Use a PC & ERP system (IFS) for clocking and job booking
•Use of production tools such as crimp tools, wire strippers, soldering irons, heat guns etc
•Use of machinery as detailed in USPs (Ultra Standard Processes)
Qualifications and Experience
•Educated to A level/B-Tec level or equivalent
•Experience of working in a manufacturing environment essential
•Experience of supervising/leading team preferred
•Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office
•Experience of working with ERP system
Personal Qualities
•Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
•Attention to detail
•Needs to be methodical
•Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to express ideas, share technical information and communicate at all levels
•Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
•Analytical and problem solving skills
•Good team player, with a proactive, collaborative approach an ability to motivate others
•Able to use initiative
Working Conditions
•Electro-mechanical Production environment
•Standard PPE – white coat, eyes, safety shoes
Quality
•ESD awareness
•FOD awareness
•IPC-A-610
Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and related experience.
Benefits on offer:
* Optional 9 day fortnight
* TOIL
* Flexible working hours
* 1pm finish on a Friday
* Annual bonus
* Hybrid working for certain job roles.
* Casual dress
* 25 days holiday
* Christmas shut down.
* Option to buy or sell holiday.
* Option to purchase private health care, dental, critical illness etc via salary sacrifice.
* Reward hub - discounts at over 200 online stores
* 4 x annual salary life cover
* Pension starting at 5% Employer / 4% Employee. You can select your employee contribution level from 4% to 70% (providing this sacrifice does not cause your salary to drop below the National Minimum Wage/ National Living Wage).
Relocation Support
Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise, is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so that’s why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.
Nationality Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.
Diverse & Inclusive Employer
Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.
We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.
Company: Ultra Maritime