Production Supervisor

Ultra; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Precision Control Systems is seeking a Production Supervisor to manage a small operations team. The role focuses on ensuring team performance meets quality standards while maintaining an efficient production schedule. Candidates should have relevant experience, particularly in Aerospace/Defence, with the ability to foster a positive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance of 4 times annual salary

Pension Scheme with employer contributions

Supportive working environment with team events

Qualifications

• Previous experience of supervising a small team.
• 3 years’ experience within an Aerospace/Defence environment.
• Proven continuous improvement capability.

Responsibilities

• Manage & lead a small operations team of approx. 10 personnel.
• Monitor the team’s performance using agreed KPIs.
• Create a motivating work environment and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Supervision

Continuous Improvement

Team Management

Education

Experience within an Aerospace/Defence environment

Job description

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Description

Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) are looking for a Production Supervisor to join the Manufacturing Function. Production management in PCS manage and coordinate all activities associated with manufacturing and production to ensure maximum effectiveness is achieved for the production of quality products within a specified time and budgetary guidelines. Operations Production Management is accountable to ensure products meet or exceed customer quality standards and required delivery schedules are met.

The role holder manages professionals in a defined area of Ultra PCS. Develops plans for their team to ensure optimum use of time and resources. Ensures team performance is aligned and contributes to the overall plans of their area.

Key Responsibilities:

• To manage & lead a small operations team (approx. 10 personnel).
• Manage Holidays, sickness & discipline across the team to ensure no loss of production
• Working with the Production Manager to deliver an agreed monthly plan
• Monitor the team’s performance using agreed KPI’s
• Manage, monitor & review labour bookings
• Hold Daily team meetings to review progress against the plan & update the team to known issues
• Assist in the creation of shop order paperwork as required, including Routecards
• Close completed shop orders & move parts into stock
• Scanning of completed paperwork onto the companies MRP system
• Ensure an effective 5S and FOD program is run throughout the team
• Work with the Production Manager to identify skills gaps & maintain a skills matrix for the team
• Work with cross functional support teams to manage non-conforming materials, general production issues & ensure timely resolution
• Report to the Production Manager on all aspects of the team’s performance
• Create a healthy & motivating work environment for the team
• Listen to team members & resolve any issues & conflicts
• To be able manage their own time in an effective manner
• Carry out individual performance & development reviews for all team members on a monthly / quarterly basis to ensure adherence to agreed KPI’s.
• Carry out individual performance & self-development reviews for all team members
• Maintain awareness & attend training courses as required
• Always adhere to Company Procedure
• To carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested

Required Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience of supervising a small team
• Proven CI capability
• 3 years’ experience within an Aerospace/Defence environment
• General awareness of IPC workmanship standards

Benefits:

Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities.

• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185 hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37 hrs) plus bank holidays.
• 4 times your annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Pension Scheme - Less than 5 years' service up to 5.5% employer contributions, 5 years' service + up to 7.5% employer contributions.
• Sports and Social club
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

You couldn’t be joining the team and Ultra at a more exciting time. Therefore if this sounds of interest, please follow the application process.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates m ust be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.