Business Support Specialist - Manufacturing Operations

MBDA UK Ltd; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a passionate individual for a hybrid role in the UK Support Function. Candidates should exhibit strong organisational skills and teamwork to support and coordinate technical administrative functions within the Manufacturing Operations team. The position offers flexibility, a competitive salary, and various benefits including company bonuses and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing environments.
• Meticulous approach with a positive attitude.
• Self-motivated and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Manage Manufacturing UK's Stamp Certifications.
• Utilise SAP for maintaining records.
• Support Training and Development with training plans.
• Improve efficiencies in working practices.

Skills

Ability to prioritise tasks

Attention to detail

Team ethic

Proficiency in Microsoft packages

Tools

SAP

Document records management systems

SharePoint

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to become a valued member of our dynamic team within the UK Support Function (UKSF).

Salary: Circa £32,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Working 2-3 days a week onsite with a flexible/blended approach to office and remote working.

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

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  Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  
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  Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  
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  Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  
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  Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  
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  Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  
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  Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
  
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  Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...
  

The opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join the UK Support Function team. You will undertake specific responsibilities to support, prioritise and coordinate effective and efficient technical administrative support to the Manufacturing Operations team. You will need to exhibit a high level of organisation skills, great team ethic and the ability to interface with people at all levels both internally and externally, whilst embracing innovative ways of working.

What you will be doing: (this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities)

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  Will be based in our Bolton office with the flexibility to travel to other UK sites
  
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  Management, maintenance and coordination of Manufacturing UK's Stamp Certifications and Stamp issues
  
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  Utilising SAP and document records management systems to maintain records
  
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  Supporting the Training and Development team with skills matrix and training plans
  
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  Manage, maintain and support development of the Time to Competence Tracker and Training Plan Matrix
  
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  Manage and communicate skills matrix and training plan updates
  
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  Support the Process and Tools team with process improvements and updates
  
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  Generate and manage Capital Applications and Purchase Requisitions
  
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  Maintain and support development of the Manufacturing Operations SharePoint site
  
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  Support the continuous improvement plan for Manufacturing Operations
  
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  Analyse suite of KPIs / technical reports for Operating Model effectiveness and create reports / present findings
  
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  Manage RACI charts, process maps and organisation charts to evaluate how functions interface with each other ensuring they are correct and up to date
  
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  Update of roles and responsibilities for Manufacturing Operations team
  
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  To be a key member within the UK Support Function and participate in engagement activities
  
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  Sharing best practice and knowledge within the UK Support Function and offering guidance and training to team members
  
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  Participation and progress on UK Support Function personal development initiatives - to be accountable for own self-learning and development
  
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  Any other adhoc technical administration duties
  

What we're looking for from you:

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  Can demonstrate an ability to prioritise tasks to achieve results in a timely manner, ensuring a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  
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  A meticulous approach to tasks, with a positive attitude, ability to multi-task, be proactive and accountable
  
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  Someone that is self-motivated with the ability to adapt to changing environments, evolving technologies, tools and processes
  
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  Can demonstrate a great team ethic and the ability to interface and build close working relationships with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally
  
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  Able to effectively collate data, analyse and present findings in an engaging manner
  
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  Someone that is forward thinking, who looks to improve efficiencies in working practices, processes and engagement activities
  
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  Can demonstrate a high level of proficiency in Microsoft packages and an ability to identify, implement and utilise specialist tools and software to streamline tasks
  
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  A professional demeanour in all situations and be able to withhold confidential information
  
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  Willingness to learn and extend the role above and beyond the job description
  

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