Production Leader: Safety-Driven, Continuous Improvement

Wabtec Corporation; Burton upon Trent; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corp. in Burton upon Trent (DE13 8EN) is seeking a Production Leader to coordinate day-to-day production activities, drive safety, and deliver right-first-time quality while meeting customer requirements. The role is onsite, 37 hours per week, permanent and full-time.

You will lead teams, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintain ISO standards, and collaborate with middle management to optimise attendance, reduce costs, and implement continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead production teams and coordinate cross-functional activities.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Experience with ISO 9001/14001/45001 or similar standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead all production activities within a process area.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and company regulations.
• Maintain a safe working environment and health & safety requirements.
• Oversee daily team activities at hold points and review workmanship quality.
• Own workshop daily requirements for all customer-deliverable products.
• Drive down production costs and pursue continuous improvement opportunities.
• Communicate effectively and demonstrate company values.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Job description

Wabtec Corp. in Burton upon Trent (DE13 8EN) is seeking a Production Leader to coordinate day-to-day production activities, drive safety, and deliver right-first-time quality while meeting customer requirements. The role is onsite, 37 hours per week, permanent and full-time.

You will lead teams, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, maintain ISO standards, and collaborate with middle management to optimise attendance, reduce costs, and implement continuous improvements.