Head of Manufacturing Operations - Aerospace

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Coventry; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Head of Operations to guide the Thermal business through transformation at its Ansty Park site. The role involves ensuring safety, driving operational efficiency, and leading large teams. Candidates should have proven leadership experience in fast-paced manufacturing, analytical skills for budget management, and knowledge of Lean techniques. A competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package, including pension contributions, are offered.

Benefits

Employer Pension Contribution up to 10%

Company Car

Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing transformation projects required.
• Strong coaching and team development skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations for the Thermal business at Ansty Park site.
• Ensure safety and compliance with manufacturing procedures.
• Drive operational leadership and Lean implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Experience with Lean tools

Tools

Lean manufacturing techniques

AS9100

NADCAP standards

Job description

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Responsibilities

Parker Aerospace are seeking a dynamic Head of Operations to steer our multi-million pound manufacturing division through a period of transformation. Reporting to the GM, you'll lead our site operations, drive innovation, ensure regulatory compliance, and empower our team to deliver excellence. If you have experience in strategic leadership, hands on transformation, leading and developing large teams, overseeing day to day operations, driving efficiency, ensuring compliance to health & safety and reporting on operational effectiveness to senior leadership then we want to hear from you!

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for the Thermal business at our flagship Ansty Park site
• Safety and duty of care of all team members
• Contribute to long term manufacturing strategies and automation
• Strong focused management of aged work orders in production
• Compliance to manufacturing procedures, including ITAR and ensuring audit compliance
• Operational leadership including successful Lean implementation resulting in productivity gains
• Positive mind set with an inclusive and inspiring management style to grow and develop the teams potential

Who we are looking for

• Proven experience in leading operations in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Proven experience of managing transformation projects
• Sure and credible leadership skills who can develop, empower and engage large teams.
• Analytical skills including previous experience of managing a budget; preparing reports and understanding KPI's to drive focused decision making and performance.
• Knowledge of AS9100, Part 21, NADCAP (Heat treatment, welding, NDT, Chemical cleanliness) would be an advantage.
• Implementation of Lean tools and techniques including VSM, SMED, SPC, JIT, 5S, visual management and TPM.
• Planning, project management and problem-solving skills i.e. A3s, PDCA.
• Excellent coaching and problem-solving skills.

What we offer

• Growing sector with exceptional rates of performance
• Career growth and opportunities across a Fortune 250 global enterprise
• Collaborative and empowered work environment where team spirit is at the center of our success.
• Company values that encourage trust, respect, collaboration and professional growth.
• Attractive compensation packages designed to hire and retain the best talents in the industry. - salary + bonus
• Employer Pension Contribution of up to 10% of salary, Bonus, Company Car and other benefits.