Manufacturing Lead

2 months ago

Wigan, United Kingdom Wilcox Limousines Full time

About Us: With a heritage spanning over 75 years, Wilcox Limousines has been a leading name in the funeral vehicle industry. We take pride in crafting high-quality vehicles that honour and serve families during their most difficult times. As a family-owned business, we have built a strong reputation for excellence and are seeking a skilled and dedicated person to join our team.

**Responsibilities**:

- Lead factory team leaders, driving the manufacturing system.
- Plan production across all areas, utilising your lean manufacturing and cultural change experience knowledge.
- Assist ERP system implementation for production planning.
- Optimise material use in coordination with supply chain lead.
- Manage Wigan & Northampton production, focusing on SQDC and lean manufacturing principles.
- Motivate and develop the operational team, fostering engagement.
- Align manufacturing with company strategy, enforcing principles.
- Manage local communication and enforce manufacturing standards.

**Accountabilities**:

- Analyse and share performance data with staff.
- Oversee operations in designated production Areas.
- Manage personnel, ensuring compliance, teamwork, and pride.
- Contribute to Company's strategic development.
- Achieve Production Area goals daily, monthly, and yearly.
- Set objectives, ensure timely delivery, and drive improvement.
- Implement effective management practices.
- Meet reporting needs and customer requirements.
- Recruit, engage, develop, and retain staff.
- Uphold high personal and professional standards.
- Assist in maintaining Health and Safety, Quality Assurance and ISO Standards.

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience managing a workforce.
- Possess a clean full UK driving license for a minimum of one year.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenges that may arise during repairs.
- Good time management skills to meet repair deadlines.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and following safety protocols.

Join Our Team: At Wilcox Limousines, we understand the importance of providing dignified and reliable vehicles to funeral professionals. By joining our team, you will contribute to our mission of crafting exceptional funeral vehicles and supporting families during their time of need. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where your skills and expertise will be valued and rewarded.

**Salary**: From £40,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Wigan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- managing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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