Process Manager - Assemblies

Safran S.A.; Burnley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance (BUPA)

Pension plan - employer contribution

Life insurance

Share purchase scheme

On-site catering

Cycle to work

Employee wellbeing programme

Job summary

Safran Nacelles Burnley is seeking a Process Manager - Assemblies to lead an assembly manufacturing area, ensuring on-time, safe and high-quality outputs. You will drive SQCDP performance, manage a team and coordinate cross-functionally to meet production commitments while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role demands strong leadership, continuous improvement focus and effective communication with stakeholders across the plant and customers.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an assembly manufacturing area in aerospace or similar industries.
• Proven ability to drive safety, quality, cost, delivery and people performance.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and lean practices.
• Experience with production scheduling and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Provide Operational Leadership across SQCDP targets.
• Lead continuous improvement and problem solving within the assembly area.
• Manage people, health and safety compliance.
• Collaborate with functions to meet production commitments.
• Engage customers and stakeholders to ensure delivery.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Team management

KPI management

SQCDP knowledge

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving (QRQC/5 Why/RCCA)

Production planning

Quality improvement

Budget control

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering or Manufacturing qualification

Lean Six Sigma (Desirable)

Tools

QMS/SMS/5S

MPS knowledge

Continuous improvement tools

Job description

Published 07.27.2026 Company : Safran Nacelles Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Burnley , England , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Employees / StaffPublished 07.27.2026Job DescriptionProcess Manager - AssembliesBurnley37 Hours | Monday-FridayOn-siteWhat's in it for you?At Safran, excellence is a journey, and we'd love you to be part of it.Safran is a global leader in aerospace, defence and space, employing over 100,000 people worldwide. At Safran Nacelles, we design, manufacture and support aircraft nacelles for many of the world's leading aircraft programmes. Our Burnley site is a centre of excellence, delivering innovative aerospace solutions while investing in the development of our people.As a valued member of our team, you'll benefit from:- 37 hour working week over 4.5 days with a 1pm Finish on Fridays (Role dependant)- 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (plus the option to buy an additional 5 days)- 10% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution with the option to increase via salary exchange)- Flex-time scheme that allows you to take two half days or one full day off per month (Role dependant)- 4X life insurance benefit as a member of the pension scheme- Non-contributory BUPA private medical insurance plan (Role Dependant)- Excellent training, education, and development schemes- Enhanced sickness, maternity, adoption and paternity leave- Option to purchase Safran shares with additional free shares from the company- Excellent on-site catering facilities providing subsidised hot and cold meals- Corporate membership at the Crow Wood Hotel & Spa: Use of fitness suites, classes, pool & sauna, offering 54% discount as a gold member.- Wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme: 24/7 mental health support, access to remote GP appointments, medical second options, and physiotherapy- Cycle to work scheme, along with a range of flexible benefits chosen by you!The OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced Process Manager - Assemblies to lead and manage an assembly manufacturing area, ensuring customer demand is achieved safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.You will be responsible for delivering operational performance across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People (SQCDP), leading a team within a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment and driving a culture of continuous improvement.The role requires strong leadership, operational excellence, and the ability to work cross-functionally to meet production commitments while maintaining compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements.Key Responsibilities- Operational Leadership- Quality & Continuous Improvement- People Management- Health, Safety & Compliance- Business & Stakeholder ManagementJob RequirementsEssential Skills & Experience- Manufacturing or production management experience- Proven people leadership and team management capability- Experience managing operational KPIs and performance targets- Strong understanding of SQCDP principles- Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience- QRQC, 5 Why and RCCA problem-solving methodologies- Production planning and resource management experience- Quality management and First Pass Yield improvement experience- Knowledge of QMS, SMS and 5S systems- Budget and cost control experience- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills- Ability to drive accountability and performance within teamsDesirable Skills & Experience- Aerospace manufacturing experience- Assembly manufacturing environment experience- Lean Six Sigma qualification- Engineering or Manufacturing qualification- MPS (Master Production Schedule) knowledge- Special process knowledge- Customer-facing experience- Project management experience- Transfer of work and industrialisation experience- Accident investigation and corrective action experienceWhy Join Safran?This is an exciting opportunity to lead a critical manufacturing area within a global aerospace organisation committed to innovation, operational excellence and continuous improvement.If you're a proactive manufacturing leader with a passion for developing people, improving performance and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you.Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.Safran Nacelles designs, integrates, supports and provides aftermarket services for aircraft nacelles. The company is a world leader in the market for commercial aircraft with more than 100 seats, business jets and regional aircraft. At the forefront of technology, Safran Nacelles develops increasingly integrated, aerodynamic and lightweight nacelles with advanced acoustic treatments, helping to reduce aircraft CO₂ and noise emissions.Locate your future workplaceBancroft Road, BB10 2RZBurnleyEngland United Kingdom