Manufacturing Team Leader in Chesterfield

A well established and respected manufacturing business is looking to recruit a Manufacturing Manager/Team Leader to bolster their highly skilled and capable workforce. The position is a permanent role from day one, subject to interview process. 39 hours per week day shift, Monday to Friday. This is a boots on ground role, with no remote working. The team leader role is non-producing and is purely in position as a cell leader to manage day to day operations within their area of responsibility.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the internal customer (Manufacturing Manager) by aligning with shared agreed objectives on EHS, Quality, Cost and Delivery and participating in the Operational Control model.
• Responsible for conducting the designated daily departmental walk the floor routine, engage with the team and address issues promptly.
• Own the departments scheduling board and work with the production coordinator to have full control of the departments scheduling list.
• Conduct daily Hazard Spotting to achieve set targets and maintain a safe working environment.
• Analyse Key Performance Indicators and data collection systems to drive improvement and present the results in the format of SQCDP metrics in the Daily Ops Meeting.
• Monitor team performance, deliver real-time feedback, and facilitate skill development and coaching.
• Participate in the Daily Operations meeting, taking ownership of problems assigned for resolution.
• Contribute to the delivery of the EHS Model, by leading in Job Safety Observations and providing technical/process solutions to EHS problems where appropriate.
• Apply problem-solving methodologies to define and problem solve at root cause as a method of improving operational performance, in particular on process capability and quality problems.
• Support the Manufacturing Manager through day-to-day supervision of team members.
• Ensure adherence to work instructions and aerospace standards, and act as first point of contact for technical issues and escalate critical problems as needed.
• Maintain the capability planner monthly and organise the department effectively based on current skill levels.

General Responsibilities

• Manage throughput of work in priority order to deliver our OTIF target.
• Generate and review data to ensure planned times are accurate and that team members are completing work within time allocated and take reasonable actions where required.
• Maintain an efficient system to control the maintenance and storage / replenishment of tooling.
• Liaise with Management regarding staffing levels and workload.
• Distribution of work according to the priorities defined by the scheduling lists.
• Administration of people related procedures, including the on-time completion of recruitment, processing of man hours, absence management, performance management, onboarding, and off-boarding activities.
• Maintain clear shift communication and documentation, ensuring smooth handovers and operational continuity.
• Work alongside the Manufacturing Engineer and technicians to resolve quality issues and ensure suitable measures put in place in line with company process are applied to prevent reoccurrence.
• Oversee the technical lead is giving adequate training inline with defined training plans to employees where required.
• Work with Human Resources to sustain an ethical working environment which adheres to company policies.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• IT Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Job-specific IT systems: Javelin Central Database.
• Supervisory / Management Experience Preferred length of experience (in years): 3 years Preferred depth of experience (size and nature of teams): 6+ direct reports.
• General Employee Competences: Problem Solving, Basic Project Management, Ability to work as part of a team.
• Academic Achievements: C or above in English and Maths at GCSE (or equivalent).
• Professional Qualifications: Completed Apprenticeship in an Engineering Discipline is essential.

The above is a selection of responsibilities, there may be other tasks not listed that will be expected to support the changing business needs.

If you feel you have the necessary credentials for this role, please attach your CV via the advert. If you have any questions regarding this position, please call Ben on 01902 21 27 58. If you have had no response within 2 weeks of your application, you may have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Inside Right is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client partner.

Skills Required

• 5+ years experience managing teams in an engineering environment (aerospace is highly preferential but not essential).
• Machine Shop supervisory experience advantageous but not essential.
• Previously experience in a Production Manager role is preferred however not essential and demonstrable team leader successes would be seriously considered.
• People oriented and proven track record of managing complex situations.

Qualifications Required

• Apprenticeship in an Engineering Discipline is essential.
• C or above in English and Maths at GCSE (or equivalent).