Composite Laminating Team Lead — High-Performance Ops

McLaren Racing Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Racing Ltd is seeking a Composite Laminating Team Leader to head a skilled team within our manufacturing operation. You will ensure a safe, efficient shift, delivering the quality, throughput and reliability needed to support McLaren's performance ambitions.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Project Management, and Internal Logistics to drive continuous improvement, team development and operational excellence on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of composite manufacturing processes, technologies and production techniques.
• Understanding of quality assurance processes and composite part sign-off requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, CAD data, laminate manuals and manufacturing documentation.
• Good working knowledge of production systems and Microsoft Office applications within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading and developing teams in a fast-paced, high-performance setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate shift activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality and delivery targets.
• Manage workflow, production priorities and capacity planning in collaboration with Project Management and key stakeholder teams.
• Provide strong technical and behavioural leadership, supporting team performance, training and ongoing development.
• Maintain health and safety standards through risk assessments, COSHH management, incident reporting and regular team communications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, support digitalisation projects and contribute directly on the shop floor when required.

Skills

Composite manufacturing

Quality assurance

Technical drawings

Laminate manuals

Team leadership

Job description

McLaren Racing Ltd is seeking a Composite Laminating Team Leader to head a skilled team within our manufacturing operation. You will ensure a safe, efficient shift, delivering the quality, throughput and reliability needed to support McLaren's performance ambitions.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Project Management, and Internal Logistics to drive continuous improvement, team development and operational excellence on the shop floor.