Indra Park Air work with customers all over the globe to make air travel safer. For over 50 years we’ve been one of the leading producers of VHF and UHF radios, providing the vital link between the ground and the air for passenger, freight and military aircraft.
The reasons behind our success are simple and won’t change. First, we work harder for the customer than the rest. We take time to truly know their needs and create the right product for them. We train them how to use it, we won’t let our equipment be deployed until every detail is right, and then we provide the best care and service for all of our products as long as they are still used.
At Indra Park Air we stay the best by looking to the future – to new requirements and new possibilities. A radio remains a radio but we never stop thinking about how we can improve it, how we make it and how it can offer more to our customers. It’s no wonder that we are one of only 2% of companies worldwide to hold PLATINUM Level in Investors in People Accreditation.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Operations Manager is accountable for the on-time delivery of conforming manufactured products and systems; development of effective manufacturing processes to drive efficiency; introduction of new products into operations; sales and operational planning; maintaining and improving Quality; and sustaining and developing Employee Engagement.
What you will do:
* Manage operational Health & Safety requirements (including risk assessments)
* Lead the Operations team comprising of Manufacturing, Planning, Stores, Installation and Test and Shipping (28 employees altogether)
* Control resources and policy formation in area of responsibility
* Monitor manufacturing and test performance daily to maximise utilisation and aid planning, by utilising appropriate systems to analyse throughputs and demands, taking corrective action where necessary to ensure key performance measures are met and develop a safety focussed culture within the Operations team
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement using tools such as PFMEA to encourage innovation, improving operational efficiency and the customer experience
* Lead on the annual re-cost process
* Develop and implement the functional plan for the Operations Team to align with the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long Range Strategic Plan (LRSP)
* Interpretation and manipulation of data to identify trends and patterns to make informed decisions to drive operational improvement
* Achieving the customer repair turnaround time for both warranty and non-warranty repairs.
What we are looking for:
Although not essential, you will preferably have a degree in Business or Manufacturing Management related discipline (or equivalent). We are particularly interested in receiving your application if you have experience in any of the following areas:
* Experience in management position ideally within electro-mechanical assembly and test or related industry Proven production management skills and detailed knowledge of material procurement logistics within a manufacturing environment
* Good understanding of Health and Safety practice
* Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to process and interpret data to make informed decisions and to effectively manage operations.
* Strong general management and people skills with a proven ability to deliver results through influence at all levels and effective management
* A strong team builder and leader and major contributor to the strength of the Company Management Team
* Ability to progress and deliver numerous tasks concurrently to the required standard
* Ability to develop, implement and monitor strategic and business objectives and review the general running of the business within own area of expertise, challenging as appropriate and providing value-adding analysis
Security Clearance:
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels
What we can offer you:
* Flexitime
* Hybrid working model
* Enhanced Holiday – 25 days plus bank holidays
* Enhanced Pension Scheme – up to 8% company contribution
* Life Assurance
* Buying and Selling Holidays
* Long service and retirement awards
* Private healthcare
* Flu vaccinations
* Cycle to work scheme
* Subsidised staff canteen
* Free parking
* Training
* Continuous Learning
* Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Services
Indra Park Air is an equal employment opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or other characteristics protected by law.