Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader

Energy Consulting group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader to ensure safe and efficient production within the Power Manufacturing Engineering team. The successful candidate will develop strategies, oversee team training and talent acquisition, and meet production targets. Strong communication and leadership skills, alongside a background in electromechanical manufacturing, are essential for this role.

Benefits

Pension

Bonus

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Qualifications

• Strong background in Electromechanical Manufacturing.
• Good experience in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the Manufacturing Strategy.
• Ensure safe operations of the Power ME Team.
• Meet production delivery targets with appropriate support.
• Identify external talent to enhance the team.
• Act as Manufacturing Engineering point-of-contact for BUCC.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Project coordination

Problem identification and solution skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Manufacturing

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader role is a fundamental part of the “3Ps” Organisational strategy and sits within our Power Manufacturing Engineering team, being accountable for the People Strategy. The Power Manufacturing Engineering Team consists of both Military and Civil Power portfolios, with an emerging Business Jet portfolio. This Manufacturing Engineering Team Leader role is primarily responsible for ensuring that the Power Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team are equipped to support the various needs of production operations within Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost (SQDC) targets. Working with the Manufacturing Engineering Operations Leader, Industrial Engineering Lead (Process), and the Manufacturing Quality Engineering Lead (Product). The Team Leader will continually evaluate the skills of the Manufacturing Engineering team against the long‑term Team Development Roadmap (of which they will be fundamental in generating), identifying gaps‑to‑requirement, and appropriately actioning these gaps through training, talent acquisition, or otherwise. The Team Leader will also be responsible for maintaining day‑to‑day support with production operations, representing the function at the Business Unit Control Centre (BUCC).

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the “People Strategy” of the organisation.
• Development of the overall Manufacturing Strategy.
• Development of current ME resources in accordance with this strategy.
• Identification of external talent to bolster the term in accordance with this strategy.
• Responsible for ensuring the safe operations of the Power ME Team.
• Responsible for enabling the flow of manufacturing data to the operator in a way that satisfies the highest Quality standards.
• Responsible for ensuring production delivery targets are met through appropriate production support.
• Manufacturing Engineering point‑of‑contact/escalation for BUCC Daily Management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and/or strong background in Electromechanical Manufacturing.
• Good experience of production process and equipment in a world class manufacturing environment.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• An ability to develop, lead and coach individuals is essential.
• Skilled in influencing others and leadership mid‑sized teams.
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Pension
• Bonus
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for this role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No