Aerospace Team Manager

3 days ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

Job Summary


The Group Leader plays a pivotal role in driving the success of the team by taking full accountability for achieving the People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cash, and Cost (PSQDCC) targets. This position is responsible for delivering Operational Excellence within their designated area, aligning their efforts with the broader Performance Centre objectives.



Key Responsibilities
  • Create and sustain a high-performing culture aligned with GKN Aerospace's "Great Place to Work" values and Culture Principles by consistently role-modeling positive behaviors, inspiring and motivating teams, and celebrating individual and collective achievements.
  • Lead by example with a safety-first mindset, ensuring that Health, Safety, and Environmental policies are rigorously applied and that assigned areas exemplify a world-class, healthy, and safe work environment.
  • Empower teams with a deep understanding of the PSQDCC targets (People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cash, and Cost), ensuring alignment with customer and stakeholder expectations.
  • Drive the disciplined deployment of the Lean Operating Model (LOM) across assigned areas, maintaining a relentless focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate effectively with other Group Leaders, keeping the bigger picture in mind to achieve the best performance outcomes across the site.
  • Ensure the rigorous execution of Daily Management and Standardized Work practices, emphasizing the importance of Leader Standard Work and disciplined follow-through.
  • Champion team engagement by driving the implementation and tracking of engagement initiatives, ensuring that actions are meaningful and impactful.
  • Stay compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements, keeping staff well-informed of relevant policies and their responsibilities.
  • Provide input on capital expenditure (Capex) projects within the area and manage the Area budget in collaboration with the Direct Manager.


Requirements
  • Operations leadership, preferably internally from a first-line leader-type role.
  • Experience within a manufacturing/shop floor environment.
  • Understanding of performance numbers and trends.
  • Meeting and exceeding PSQDCC performance targets.
  • Using effective communication to build a high-performing team.
  • Influencing across functional lines.
  • The ability to lead, coach, and develop direct reports.
  • Consistently working to standards as defined in the site Business/Quality Management system (B/QMS).
  • Good standard of English language.


What We Offer
  • Competitive salary dependent on experience.
  • Bonus scheme of up to 22.5%.
  • Car allowance of £5,500pa.
  • Industry Leading Pension Scheme - we'll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1:1.5 basis.
  • Life Assurance 8 x salary.
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
  • Flexible working hours, including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday.
  • Income protection.
  • Shopping discounts.
  • Cycle To Work Scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family.
  • A collaborative, dynamic working environment.

GKN Aerospace is committed to creating a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. We're a company that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and we're proud to have been recognized with the "Best Workplace Culture Award" in the past.

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