Production Team Lead

Job Title: PCB Production Leader

Location
:
Maidenhead, Berkshire

Salary Range: £40,000 to £45,000

The Malloy Aeronautics Team:

Malloy Aeronautics Limited specializes in the development of heavy lift unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) for both civilian and military uses. Located in Berkshire, our operations are notable for their focus on in-house design and manufacturing. This vertical integration means we control the production of most aircraft components on-site, enhancing our ability to innovate and maintain high standards across all stages of development.

About The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced PCB Production Leader to oversee the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) production process. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the PCB manufacturing team, ensuring quality control, meeting production targets, and maintaining safety standards. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of PCB assembly and testing processes.

Ability to hold Security Clearance – 5 years residence in the UK

What you'll being doing (but not limited too):

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of the PCB production team to meet production schedules and quality standards.
• Conduct regular 1-1's with team members.
• Monitor and optimize the PCB assembly process including soldering, component placement, and inspection.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, environmental, and quality standards (ISO, IPC standards, etc.).
• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance teams to resolve production issues and improve processes.
• Train and develop team members to enhance skills and performance.
• Maintain production records and prepare reports on output, quality, and productivity.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of PCB manufacturing equipment.
• Manage inventory of materials and components required for PCB assembly.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Coordinate with procurement and vendors for timely delivery of PCB components.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Essential Skills and Experiences:

• Proven experience in PCB manufacturing or assembly, with a supervisory role managing teams of 4 or more people.
• Strong knowledge of PCB design, assembly processes, and testing procedures.
• Familiarity with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610) and quality control techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in using manufacturing software and MS Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Desired Skills and Experiences:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing, or suitable relevant experience.
• Experience with surface mount technology (SMT) and through-hole PCB assembly.
• Knowledge of automated inspection and testing equipment.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification is a plus.

Benefits you may be eligible for:

• Working Environment: 9-day fortnight:
• free parking, free lunch on working Fridays', fruit twice a week, tea and coffee.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Discretionary Employee Incentive Bonus Scheme
• Employee Share Incentive Plan (BAE Systems)
• 20 days Annual Leave, increasing with long service
• Healthcare Cash Plan including Virtual GP, Dental Cover, Vision Cover, Discounted Gym Membership, and much more Free coverage for children under 2 yrs.
• Employee Assistance Programme (24hr Helpline)
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Casual Dress
• Statutory Sick Pay
• We are a Bronze Level Armed Forces Covenant which signals our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community.

Why Malloy Aeronautics?

Our company benefits from a streamlined process where engineering teams are involved in the entire lifecycle of our UAVs — from initial design through to production. This setup not only speeds up the development process but also improves the efficiency and effectiveness of our product launches. We value professionals who have a background in both research and development (R&D) and design for manufacture, as their expertise is crucial to our rapid and precise product development cycle.

Please be aware that many roles working for Malloy Aeronautics will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

Malloy Aeronautics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including females, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and inclusive individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Note:
If you have not heard from our recruitment department within 14 days, unfortunately you have not been successful.

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