Technical First Line Manager

DHL Supply Chain; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry leader in supply chain management is looking for a Technical First Line Manager based in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate will supervise workshop operations, ensuring high productivity and safety standards while managing a small team. Ideal candidates should have a background in IT and production, with strong problem-solving skills. Competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme with employer contributions and 24/7 GP consultations, are offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme with employer contributions

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Affordability on loans and savings schemes

Free mortgage advice

Qualifications

• Experience with IT and technology preferred.
• Managed a small team of technicians preferred.
• Worked within a production site preferred.
• Possessed FLM/Supervisor/Team Leader experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily workshop operations, ensuring efficiency.
• Implement strategies to enhance productivity.
• Maintain safety standards and compliance regulations.
• Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

IT and Technology

Team Management

Production Experience

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Job description

Pay Rate: £31,811.55 plus 10% shift premium
Grade: N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Monday to Friday, 3pm to 11pm
Location: DHL, MK:DC, Snelshall East, 2 Pendeen Crescent, Tattenhoe, Milton Keynes MK4 3FU

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing Monday, 25th August. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. We review applications continuously, and if we receive a high volume, the application period may close earlier than the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered, we recommend submitting it early.

We're seeking a Technical First Line Manager to lead our operations and drive success.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead the team: Supervise daily workshop operations, ensuring efficiency and smooth running.
• Streamline processes: Implement strategies to enhance productivity in our workshop.
• Ensure safety: Maintain high safety standards and compliance regulations, creating a secure workplace.
• Monitor performance: Track KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed goals.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Have experience with IT and technology (preferred)
• Have managed a small team of technicians (preferred)
• Have worked within a production site (preferred)
• Possess FLM/Supervisor/Team Leader experience
• Have a strategic mindset and problem-solving passion

WHY JOIN US

• Benefit from our pension scheme with 8% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution
• Access free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Enjoy retail and lifestyle discounts
• Take advantage of affordable loans, savings schemes, and free mortgage advice
• Learn more at https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain

WHO WE ARE

We are the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 employees across over 50 countries. Our teams serve various industries including retail, automotive, healthcare, and more.

BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we aim to create a workplace that values everyone's skills and experiences and where you can be your authentic self. We support the Armed Forces Covenant and are committed to helping veterans find employment.