Repairs Supervisor

Ultra Electronics Group; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Repairs Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in their Service Centre. This role is pivotal in managing repairs and modifications of critical systems, ensuring high performance through effective team leadership and communication. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production supervision, particularly within the aerospace or defence sectors. With a commitment to fostering a supportive work culture, this innovative firm offers flexible working options and a range of employee benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in a mission-critical environment.

Benefits

Flexible working within core hours

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance (4 times annual salary)

Flexible benefits package

Pension Scheme with employer contributions

Sports and Social club

Supportive working environment with team events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading teams within a production environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a repairs team to ensure no loss of production.
• Create a motivating work environment and resolve team conflicts.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Experience in Production Supervision

Experience in Aerospace/Defence Environment

Tools

MRP System

MS Office

Job description

time type Full time

posted on Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id REQ-9865

We are Ultra Precision Control Systems

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.

We also offer innovative products optimised to support the unique challenges of the dismounted soldier. We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.

Flexible Working

Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Job Description

Ultra Precision Control Systems (PCS) are looking for a Repairs Supervisor to join PCS's Service Centre. The Service Centre function at Ultra PCS is responsible for the repair, modification and test of a wide range of products and systems providing innovative capabilities for our customers.

Job purpose:

• To manage & lead a repairs team.
• Manage Holidays, sickness, time keeping & discipline across the team to ensure no loss of production.
• Working with the Service Centre 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 Route cards
• Close completed shop orders & move parts into stock
• Support with all quality issues, triage, MRB’s including all IFS and paperwork required
• Scanning of completed paperwork onto the companies MRP system
• Ensure an effective 6S and FOD program is run throughout the team
• Work with the Service Centre Manager to identify skills gaps & maintain a skills matrix for the team
• Work with cross functional support teams to manage non-conforming materials, general repair issues & ensure timely resolution
• Ensure safe use and management of equipment and machinery
• Manage & justify any overtime required in advance to the Service Centre Manager
• To carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested

Key responsibilities:

• Report to the Service Centre 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

Advantageous Skills

• Proven CI capability / Lean Manufacturing experience
• 3 years’ experience within an Aerospace/Defence environment.
• General awareness of IPC workmanship standards
• Previous experience working with an MRP system

Qualifications/Experience:

• Previous experience in a Production supervisor or similar role leading a small team
• Self-motivated and organised with a results driven approach
• Good Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Experience with use of MS Office applications

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 must 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.