Production Shift Manager (GDS) M/F (H/F) - GOODRICH ACTUATION SYSTEMS LIMITED (UK) in Wolverhampton

Overview

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defence. Its mission: to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. The Group employs 100,000 people worldwide and has a turnover of €27.3 billion in 2024, holding leading positions globally or in partnership in its markets. Safran is the 2nd company in the aerospace and defence sector in the "World's Best Companies 2024" ranking by TIME magazine.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its clients embedded intelligence solutions that allow them to understand their environment, reduce mental load, and ensure trajectory, even in critical situations, across all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky, or in space. The company leverages the expertise of its 13,000 employees to serve these three functions: observe, decide, and guide, for both civil and military markets.

Mission description

What does the role look like? We're seeking a process-driven Production Manager to lead day-to-day operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives on structure, performance excellence, and developing teams to achieve consistently high standards of safety, quality, and output. The ideal candidate will be from an industrial manufacturing environment. You'll play a key part in embedding greater compliance and driving production governance across the team while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement throughout the production process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of around 30 production staff, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational priorities.
• Drive a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement, underpinned by clear KPIs and performance standards.
• Manage daily production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to achieve delivery targets.
• Monitor and improve production efficiency, quality performance, and safety standards.
• Develop and coach team leaders and operators to enhance capability, engagement, and ownership.
• Utilise and evolve Continuous Improvement (CI) tools such as Lean, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, and Standard Work to optimise processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, planning, and quality functions to identify and resolve production challenges.
• Oversee performance tracking, absence management, and workforce development to ensure consistent operational performance.
• Promote adaptability and problem-solving to maintain high standards in a fast-moving environment.

What will you bring to the role?

Essential skills:

• Proven experience managing production operations in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Sound knowledge of production scheduling, resource management, and process optimisation.

Desirable skills:

• Excellent understanding of quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Experience using and embedding Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Analytical mindset with strong planning and organisational abilities.
• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline.
• Adaptable, structured, and confident decision-maker with strong communication skills.

Notes

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