Job summary

Our client, a leading aerospace company, is seeking experienced Shop Floor Managers to join their team. This is a permanent position with opportunities available in different areas of the business.

Key skills required for this role

Ability to lead team within Manufacturing environment, production and inventory control, and standard cost systems

Important

Experience in a manufacturing supervisory position

Job description

Our client a cutting-edge aerospace engineering & manufacturing organisation who are committed to innovation and excellence, are currently looking for an experienced Shop Floor Manager's to join them on an permanent basis out of their site in Southampton. There are multiple positions available across 3 of their departments, offering either permanent earlies,lates or nights.

As a Shop Floor Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of production plans, focusing on On Time Start (OTS) and On Time Finish (OTF) to reduce dwell time. You will optimize team organization, develop team members, and utilize available material resources to meet company standards for safety, environment, quality, people, delivery, and cost.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Promote a safe workplace environment, adhering to Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Ensure accurate and timely clocking and booking of work activities
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to housekeeping standards
• Comply with quality standards and minimize wastage
• Support cost reduction initiatives
• Keep knowledge and training up to date for necessary operations
• Actively participate in team meetings and provide coaching and mentoring when required
• Perform any other reasonable duties assigned

Role Specific Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the team, ensuring operational objectives are met and internal regulations are followed
• Plan, direct, and control production activities to achieve OTS, OTF, and production plan targets
• Implement preventive measures to minimize occupational and environmental risks
• Drive effective communication within the team and act as a regular channel for employees
• Ensure team members have required qualifications and certifications
• Comply with and enforce company policies, procedures, and systems
• Identify and mitigate risks that may affect people, products, or equipment
• Analyze production, maintenance, and quality indicators to drive improvement
• Energize improvements and lead regular interdepartmental meetings

Essential Characteristics:

• Demonstrable experience in a manufacturing supervisory position
• Knowledge of manufacturing management disciplines, production control, and standard cost systems
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent influencing, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Ability to develop and motivate a high-involvement team

Desired Characteristics:

• Knowledge of production/manufacturing operations
• Knowledge and application of Six Sigma principles
• Prior experience with regulatory agencies and knowledge of requirements
• Knowledge of our client's products, processes, customer requirements, and budgeting/financial processes

Hours for the following permanent shifts:

Permanent earlies: Monday - Friday, Mon- Thursday : 6:00am- 14:15 and Friday: 6:00-12:00

Permanent lates: Mon-Friday, Mon-Thursday : 14:15-22:30 and Friday 12:00-18:00 (20% salary uplift)

Permanent nights: Mon-Friday, Mon-Thursday: 22:30-6:00 and Friday 18:00-1:30am (25% salary uplift)

Benefits

• Pension contribution up to 10%
• Life Cover
• Medical Cover
• Cycle to work scheme
• On site gym for a minimal monthly price
• Restaurant and Vending Services
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 26 days holiday Entitlement + bank holidays
• Eligible for company bonus