Production Manager

Are you a Production Manager looking for a new challenge? Do you have a background in manufacturing and production?

We are looking for a Production Manager to join our growing CMS2 team in Portsmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team. The role holder will be responsible for the leadership and management of the production team including production test & inspection. They will work closely with the industrialisation manager who will ensure all aspects of the enablement of projects / products for the production team to manage effective and efficient flow through production.

The production manager will manage the workload of the team, defining and delivering the key metrics required including OTIF, utilisation and quality and in doing so ensure the rest of the business is aligned, informed and engaged in the delivery process.

The role will create & manage the schedule for production ensuring it aligns to the needs of the project teams needs in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery, they will also ensure that all manufacturing processes are fulfilling the needs of the business and continually improve them.

The Production manager will be responsible for the health of safety of the production facility, ensuring all team members are working in a safe and effective manner.

As well as production the role holder will act as a focal and ‘owner’ of local facilities, ensuring the supporting centralised providers are aware and supporting local needs

The Production Manager will own, lead and drive 5s & Lean activities for the production team setting the facility as an exemplar in this respect and ensuring themselves and the team are aware and driving towards the next generations of manufacturing techniques as appropriate.

Key responsibilities and tasks

• Responsible for the overall production plan to ensure the individual projects and associated work packages meet Company and customer schedules.
• Managing the flow of work through production, managing the workload of the team and best utilisation of individual & team skills
• Maintain & continually improve the quality standards in manufacturing assembly and test as set by our own standards and those set by customers where they differ.
• Ensure efficient manufacturing and assembly of equipment making best use of our teams and facilities through high utilisation rates
• Liaise with all other managers, project teams and engineering staff to achieve programme requirements.
• Ensure Company equipment and tooling is operated and maintained to a high standard including production facilities related items working with group facility managers as needed
• Drive a culture of high standard Lean Manufacturing and workplace organisation (5S)
• Act as an active focal and driver of manufacturing health and safety
• Prepare and submit budgets, forecasts and reports, monitor, control and report on expenditure against budget
• Authorise departmental expenditure in accordance with the authorised signatory list
• Justify the return on any investment delivering an easily measurable ROI on each project or capital investment.
• Stay abreast of modern manufacturing techniques and trends and implement as appropriate within our facility
• In liaison with the industrialisation manager continually ensure processes and techniques are best practice and meeting the needs of the business
• Deputise for the Operations Director on Manufacturing related matters when required.

Team Management Activities:

• Strong, confident leadership and organisational skills
• Continually seek ways of increasing departmental efficiency and effectiveness
• Delegate specific responsibilities and authority
• Ensure staff are aware of the influence of their activities on the production plan though active communication and engagement at all levels
• Develop the department to ensure the right skill set is in place to support the business strategy and develop those skills as needed.
• Co-ordinate the activities of the department, define tasks and reporting relationships
• Monitor performance at both the individual and departmental level to ensure that work, turnover and output targets are being achieved and initiate any corrective action
• Coach, support and mentor personnel within the department

General activities

• Carry out any other ad-hoc duties as required to support the needs of the business.
• Provide a professional backup service for colleagues during peak times or during absence.
• Maintain continuous professional development to ensure knowledge is up to date.
• Act as an ambassador for the company in all interactions with customers, suppliers and the public.

Qualifications, experience, and skills

Essential

• H&S Champion with knowledge of ISO45001 / IOSH Managing Safely
• Good knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, self-motivated and able to work well under own initiative
• Able to build long-term successful partnerships, both internally and externally
• Able to negotiate and influence others.
• Decision-making / problem solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Thorough understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and tools (e.g. Six Sigma, LEAN, 5S etc.)
• Previous experience of an ERP / MRP system
• Practical competence in mechanical / electrical assembly
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise work and manage several tasks concurrently

Desirable

• NEBOSH or on the pathway towards
• Knowledge of BS.8888 drawing practices & GD&T methodology
• Experience of working within a Defence environment
• Knowledge of AS9100D quality system, including APQP / PPAP
• Six Sigma, Green Belt and / or Black Belt certified

Role travel requirements

The duties of this appointment relate to the UK, but you may be required to travel when required by the Company. It is not envisaged that you shall be required to work outside the UK for more than one month.

Other requirements

Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK

Candidates must have passed UK security clearance to Security Check level or be able to obtain this level. This normally requires 5 years residence in the UK.