Manufacturing Operations Team Leader

4 weeks ago


Henlow, United Kingdom MBDA Full time
Job Title: Manufacturing Operations Team Leader

MBDA is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Operations Team Leader to join our Live Build Manufacturing Operations team in a fast-paced and inclusive manufacturing environment.

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Manufacturing Operations Team Leader to lead a large team of multi-disciplined operators in a fast-paced but friendly and inclusive manufacturing environment. The team has a great mix of people, ranging from apprentices through to experienced skilled technicians, all striving to deliver technical excellence across a number of different missile systems in development and production.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leading, developing and managing a blue-collar team to deliver a variety of hardware builds, ranging from small fixtures through to complex missile systems, during all phases of the product lifecycle
  • Managing day-to-day deployment of resources and facilities to achieve programme needs
  • Maintaining a safe working environment in-line with 5S policies
  • Promoting and maintaining effective working relationships with the trade unions
  • Maintaining key manufacturing metrics to enable effective tracking of deliverables
  • Supporting a variety of meetings including health & safety, defect management, forward planning, cost and continuous improvement reviews
Requirements:
  • Engineering / Manufacturing Apprenticeship (Advanced Level or L3 Standard)
  • Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 academic qualification (ONC, diploma, etc.)
  • Engineering / Manufacturing Level 3 vocational qualification (NVQ)
  • Health and Safety awareness
  • Proven Operations and People Management skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Stakeholder management and organisational skills
What We Offer:
  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more
  • Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities

MBDA is a leading defence organisation that respects new perspectives and experiences, and we value our collaborative ways of working. We are committed to growing and supporting diversity in our workforce and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their potential. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We also welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements.

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