Production Leader

Production Leader – Aerospace Manufacturing Poole, Dorset | Full-Time, Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits Are you ready to lead a high-performance production team in a world-class aerospace environment? Join a leading global precision engineering company supplying critical components to the aerospace and defence sectors. We are looking for a hands-on and driven Production Cell Leader to take ownership of a manufacturing cell, driving excellence in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people performance (SQCDP). This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing business with an outstanding industry reputation. What You\’ll Be Doing Leading a team of skilled engineers and operators to meet daily production targets Driving a Zero Defects culture through strong quality control and root cause resolution Managing team performance and efficiency through KPI tracking and continuous improvement Ensuring full compliance with 6S, AS9100, and health & safety standards Coordinating cross-functional efforts with engineering, planning, and quality departments Training, developing, and supporting team members to achieve their full potential What We\’re Looking For Proven experience in manufacturing supervision or cell leadership Strong understanding of precision engineering or aerospace production environments Working knowledge of 6S, lean manufacturing, and quality systems (AS9100) Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills A proactive and self-motivated mindset with the ability to lead by example Preferred Qualifications Time-served engineering apprenticeship (Essential) Supervisory/management training or qualification (Essential) HNC/HND or degree in a relevant discipline (Desirable) Lean/Green Belt qualification (Desirable) Why Join Us? Be part of an award-winning, globally respected company Work in a supportive and innovation-driven environment Access to development and upskilling opportunities Competitive salary, overtime incentives, and benefits package Benefits 25 days leave, plus statutory days 3% company pension contributions Free gym membership to the Gym Group Access to Westfield Health program Two annual staff parties, Christmas and Summer BBQ. Both fully company funded Annual profit share scheme, based on budget targets Apply now to become part of a company that values precision, leadership, and continuous improvement. Take your manufacturing career to new heights with Field International. INDCP