Manufacturing Team Leader

Crane Ltd.; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Building Services and Utilities (BSU) is seeking a hands-on Value Stream Supervisor to ensure daily manufacturing plans meet safety, quality, delivery and cost targets. You will lead and motivate teams, release work orders, manage stock and coordinate with supply chain to maximize OTD and capacity utilization.

Ideal candidates will have formal management qualifications (NVQ2 in management) and IOSH; experience with Kanban and MRP systems such as QAD will be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Formal management qualification is required (level 2 or equivalent).
• Knowledge of safety and health practices with IOSH certification preferred.
• Experience with planning, scheduling and Kanban systems.
• Experience using MRP/ERP tools for production planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate value stream teams to meet targets and 5S standards.
• Plan, release and schedule work orders to satisfy demand and improve OTD.
• Identify and remove roadblocks affecting quality and delivery.
• Analyse root cause and implement corrective actions using SQDCG metrics.
• Maintain inventory control and coordinate with supply chain for material availability.
• Support training and development of direct reports and manage attendance
• Ensure health, safety and compliance with company policies.

Education

NVQ Level 2 in First Line Management

IOSH Managing Safe

Strong MRP knowledge

Tools

QAD

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW Reporting to the Value Stream Supervisor, this role is responsible for ensuring the execution and delivery of the order book for the Value Stream. As the first level of supervision for the team has the responsibility of planning and releasing work orders to satisfy demand, be it for sales orders, safety stock, forecast or Kanban demand.The individual performing this role has the responsibility for identifying and removing roadblocks to safely delivering orders to the right quality and on time.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:The scope of this role includes, but is not exclusive to, the following:-To ensure that the daily manufacturing plan is delivered in line with Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Growth targets.Proactively lead and motivate teams of employees to achieve both value stream and business targets and objectives, whilst ensuring that all processes and procedures are fully adhered to in line with 5S.To carry out root cause analysis and manage and implement corrective actions when issues are identified.Actively use the Crane Business System tools to identify and implement productivity improvements.To support the SQDCG process by updating and displaying the necessary KPI information on the SQDCG board on a daily basis and use it to analyse root cause and drive improvementsEnsure the value stream team have a strong awareness of 16949 core tools and that they are actively used day to day to manage and mitigate product risk.To identify, assist and drive the training and development of direct reports.Management of absence and discipline for direct reports with support of line manager and HR.To lead by example in safe working practices and to ensure that all direct reports fully comply with all company and legislative Health & Safety requirements.To report and support Value Stream Supervisor with the investigation of accident or near-miss incidents, and to facilitate corrective and preventive actions.Through the utilisation of QAD ensure that production plans are prepared and agreed with manufacturing to meet customer delivery requirements, maximising OTD, production capacity and absorption rates.Monitoring manufacturing performance against plan, identification and resolution of downfalls and communication of potential issues to the Value Stream Supervisor.Effective maintenance and control of stock levels through PI system and audits; driving corrective actions where necessaryScheduling of raw materials through Kanban systemsIn conjunction with the Value Stream Supervisor work with supply chain to ensure material parameters are optimized for maximum availability, whilst managing stock turns.Work with manufacturing, engineering and quality where BoM and drawing issues ariseCommunicating required materials to supply chain through shortage reportsIn conjunction with the Value Stream Supervisor ensure an appropriate labour plan is in place to meet plansEnsure that production schedules are updated and closely monitored.Liaise directly with the Planner, Team Leaders and Value Stream Supervisor with regard to planned outputs and any changes in priority.Produce shortage reports and liaise with supply chain to ensure that countermeasures are implemented to prevent OTD misses.Support the generation of 3 in 1’s for any metric misses in the monthEnsure effective inventory control over work in process, and component stocks.Assist the engineering functions within the business to process prototype / refurbishment / rework orders through the manufacturing facility.Qualifications, experience and training:A formal management qualification at least level 2 NVQ in first line management and supervision.Must have a formal qualification in managing safely, I.e. IOSHMust have a good understanding of the work scheduling systems in use throughout the department whether by works orders or Kan Ban systems.Ideally will have a good working knowledge of a computer based MRP system such as Q.A.D.Personal Characteristics:Must be positive, hands on individual who can carry out all tasks and is capable of training others.A strong desire to succeed.Adaptable, disciplined, ambitiousStrategic thinkerTeam orientated.Effective influencing and persuading skills.Initiative, drive and enthusiasm. ABOUT USCrane Building Services and Utilities (BS&U) is part of the Fluid Handling Division of Crane Co. founded in 1855, which is a global, multi-industry, New York Stock Exchange quoted company. We design, manufacture, package and market engineered flow control solutions for the HVAC and Utility sectors, with strong sales into key growth export markets.The name Crane speaks of who we are, what we stand for and how our customers perceive us: A company with history and tradition, but also a company that is innovative, quality minded and one which acts with integrity and still holds to the resolution of its founder.Crane Co. was founded on 4th July 1855 by Richard Teller Crane who made the following resolution:\"I am resolved to conduct my business in the strictest honesty and fairness; to avoid all deception and trickery; to deal fairly with both customers and competitors; to be liberal and just towards employees; and to put my whole mind upon the business.\"The essence of this resolution is the business policy of Crane Co. today.We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity is key to our success and as such we are seeking applications from candidates who will contribute their different backgrounds, cultures and experiences to our business.#BSU#LI-MW1