Manufacturing Operations Manager

3 weeks ago

Cwmbran, Torfaen County Borough, United Kingdom Safran Seats Full time

Job Overview

Are you passionate about contributing to the aerospace industry, where innovation meets exceptional passenger service? Your next career move could be with Safran Seats, a renowned designer and manufacturer of premium First and Business Class seating solutions. Our commitment to passenger experience is rooted in creativity, customization, quality, and cutting-edge design.

At Safran Seats, we stand out in the aerospace sector by collaborating with both leading airlines and airframe manufacturers, boasting the most extensive seat portfolio among suppliers. One day, you may engage with a major airframe manufacturer, and the next, interact with some of the largest airline brands globally.

In the UK, Safran Seats focuses exclusively on the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide-body aircraft, with dedicated industrial and engineering teams located in various regions.

The primary objective of this role is to efficiently oversee the factory operations in alignment with the overall production strategy while minimizing process costs.

Key Responsibilities include:
• Ensuring the production and/or delivery of products meet customer specifications.
• Planning resources to achieve production targets.
• Coordinating production schedules with cross-functional managers.
• Identifying and addressing training requirements to uphold quality standards in line with established procedures.
• Fostering a Lean manufacturing environment.
• Contributing to the strategic growth of the organization.
• Providing accurate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Monitoring and reporting on budgets and objectives.
• Implementing practices to mitigate health and safety risks to the lowest feasible level.
• Serving as a mentor and leader within the team.

Additional Insights

Our in-house design team collaborates closely with airline partners to create the most innovative in-flight experiences. Our engineering, production, and support facilities are crucial in delivering high-quality products that remain operational throughout their lifecycle. Supported by a comprehensive team across various functions, including HR, Finance, Business Development, and Logistics, we provide an end-to-end capability in the UK.

We prioritize:

Our People
Our four core People Fundamentals guide our actions at Safran:

• We promote an environment where diversity and inclusion can flourish.
• We invest in our colleagues' skills and create opportunities for shaping our future.
• We cultivate a trustworthy workplace that encourages innovation and initiative.
• We foster collaboration and mutual support among team members.
Therefore, you will receive support at every stage of your journey.

Sustainability
Our workforce is central to our success as we strive to contribute to a safer and more sustainable aviation industry. We are addressing significant challenges in aerospace, with a commitment to achieving decarbonization by 2050.

Global Mobility
As part of the Safran Group, we are leaders in aerospace, defense, and space, offering potential for future mobility both in the UK and internationally.

Job Qualifications

• Supervisory or Management education.
• Strong understanding of lean methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
• Proven experience leading teams in a high-density production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and problem-solving methodologies.

While no candidate will meet every single desired qualification, we welcome applicants who believe they can add value to the role.

Our employees are integral to our success, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential. We embrace diversity and inclusion through various initiatives and support networks.

Specific Job Details

To be confirmed.

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