Production Team Leader

Company Overview

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World\’s Navies. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower naval forces worldwide.

Flexible Working

At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. We support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible, offering hybrid models, remote work, or on-site schedules. Flexible hours, part‑time, compressed hours and a 9‑day fortnight are available in locations such as Loudwater, Greenford and Weymouth. We also provide flexible start and finish times and Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) of up to one day per month.

Production Team Leader

Reports to: Production Manager

Job Purpose

Responsible for production section supervision and control of resources to meet day to day targets whilst meeting production requirements.

Direct Reports

Production Operators

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for production throughput from initial receipting of material to final assembly, test and final delivery
• Ensure that assigned section activities are conducted in accordance with company procedures and standards ensuring high quality output
• Actively support team members in Production Operator duties as and when required
• Build electro‑mechanical assemblies to IPC‑A‑610 standard
• Carry out automated tests of built sub‑assemblies and general assemblies
• Pack products
• Check quality of the product through self‑inspection
• Record and report any discrepancies or non‑conformances using the company ERP system (IFS)
• Monitor and achieve targets – output, quality, cost and health & safety
• Champion continuous improvement within the section and support initiatives to improve delivery times, process time, cost, quality and eliminate waste
• Train colleagues when required, to agreed company standards in working practices and processes
• Support team building and promote good working relations through example and good practice
• Use the non‑conformance process to ensure defective material is returned to supplier
• Facilitate Health and Safety and Environmental procedures, ensuring staff adhere to relevant safety and environmental requirements
• Deputise for Production Manager when required
• Manage material shortages and discrepancies through the use of IFS and communication with stores/procurement
• Run Tier 1 meeting with team and upscale and present issues up to tier 2 on a daily basis

Decision Making (including Problem Solving and Impact on Business)

• Day to day decisions that may influence the efficiency of the section
• Requires analysis of information, KPIs and targets to ensure on track
• Work closely with other Team Leaders, Engineering, stores and buyers to resolve issues related to the section
• Understand and work to assembly drawings and instructions
• Impact – line stoppage, delays, costs and quality
• Carry out initial analysis and problem solving if unable to resolve, escape to Manager

Communication & Contacts

• Regular verbal and written communication including emails with both internal and external stakeholders/customers/suppliers
• Good verbal and written communication which includes being able to provide instruction and direction to a team
• Complete travellers and test sheets
• Handle information of a sensitive, confidential or secret nature
• Work closely with other Team Leaders and departments to resolve issues related to section
• Understand and work to assembly drawings and instructions

People Management

• Manage, motivate and develop employees (direct reports) to ensure that they fulfil their roles and meet targets effectively and on a timely basis to agreed quality standards
• Coach direct reports to help them further develop in their own roles and levels of expertise
• Responsible for on the job training
• Responsible for conducting Performance Development Reviews
• Responsible for performing return to work interviews

Equipment

• Use of automated test equipment
• Use a PC & ERP system (IFS) for clocking and job booking
• Use of production tools such as crimp tools, wire strippers, soldering irons, heat guns etc
• Use of machinery as detailed in USPs (Ultra Standard Processes)

Qualifications And Experience

• Educated to A level/B‑Tec level or equivalent
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment essential
• Experience of supervising/leading team preferred
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience of working with ERP system

Personal Qualities

• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Needs to be methodical
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to express ideas, share technical information and communicate at all levels
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Good team player, with a proactive, collaborative approach and ability to motivate others
• Able to use initiative

Working Conditions

• Electro‑mechanical production environment
• Standard PPE – white coat, eyes, safety shoes

Quality

• ESD awareness
• FOD awareness
• IPC‑A‑610

Benefits on Offer

• Optional 9 day fortnight
• TOIL
• Flexible working hours
• 1pm finish on a Friday
• Annual bonus
• Hybrid working for certain job roles
• Casual dress
• 25 days holiday
• Christmas shut down
• Option to buy or sell holiday
• Option to purchase private health care, dental, critical illness etc via salary sacrifice
• Reward hub – discounts at over 200 online stores
• 4× annual salary life cover
• Pension starting at 5% Employer / 4% Employee. Employee contribution level from 4% to 70% (subject to No salary drop below National Minimum Wage)

Relocation Support

We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case‑by‑case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures, believing that this increases diversity of thinking and ensures we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Company

Ultra Maritime