Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Boeing; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer based in Sheffield is looking for a Manufacturing Operations Analyst to oversee staffing and operational efficiency. The candidate will lead hiring efforts, develop training programs, and analyze production metrics to ensure compliance and improve processes. Applicants should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a proficiency in Microsoft applications. This position offers a full-time contract with a focus on enhancing production quality and workforce training.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in manufacturing operations or related role.
• Experience in recruiting and training production staff.
• Strong analytical skills using HR data.

Responsibilities

• Lead hiring for production roles and coordinate interviews.
• Develop staffing plans and shift schedules.
• Create and maintain onboarding programs for new hires.
• Track key workforce metrics like turnover and training completion.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Continuous Improvement

Manufacturing Management

Data Analysis

Tools

Microsoft applications

Job description

Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Company: Boeing United Kingdom Limited

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Operations Analyst to lead the development and implementation of strategies which will be intrinsic to the planned people ramp-up & support future production rates at the Boeing Sheffield Fabrication site.

The Manufacturing Operations Analyst will analyze and interpret data and provide feedback on assessment results while working with organizations to develop strategies, plans, and metrics to accomplish company initiatives using Lean methodologies (or other applicable tools and processes). The role will operate at the appropriate level in the organization to implement strategies and plans working under general direction of the site manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead hiring for production and support roles screen applicants co-ordinate interviews and lead employee hiring and onboarding meetings.
• Develop and maintain staffing plans and shift schedules to meet production goals and minimize overtime and downtime.
• Design deliver and maintain orientation and onboarding programs for new hires (safety SOPs quality equipment company culture).
• Create manage and update training curricula competency checklists and certification / tracking systems for operators and technicians.
• Partner with department managers and supervisors to identify skill gaps succession needs and training priorities.
• Use production data to forecast labor needs model staffing scenarios and recommend process or staffing changes.
• Track and report key workforce metrics (turnover time-to-fill training completion competency pass rates absenteeism).
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives around operator productivity standard work and training effectiveness (e.g. reduce onboarding time increase First Time Quality).
• Ensure compliance with safety regulatory and quality requirements in all staffing and training materials.

Required Experience / Qualifications

• 3 years experience in manufacturing operations workforce planning training development / delivery or a related role.
• Demonstrated experience in recruiting onboarding and training production staff.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using production and HR data to guide decisions.
• Excellent communication coaching and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications

Preferred Experience / Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety (OSHA) and quality (ISO / AS9100 or similar) requirements in manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma standard work or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in Aerospace industry

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labor sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Language Requirements : Not Applicable

Education : Not Applicable

Relocation : Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance : This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship : Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift : Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Required Experience : IC

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, ISO 9001, Lean Six Sigma, Management Experience, Manufacturing & Controls, 5S, Manufacturing Management, Kaizen, Chemistry, Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1