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Business Unit Manager

TIMET UK Limited
Swansea
4 months ago
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ABOUT THE COMPANY

Timet is First in Titanium Worldwide. Timet UK Ltd is a titanium manufacturer based in South Wales and is part of a global organization. "We melt and refine ingot and slab; manufacture mill products; and support our customers through a worldwide network of service centers and manufacturing facilities. Our Swansea facility is one of three in Europe with almost 400 employees." "Our culture is fast-paced, dynamic and direct with an expectation of high performance from every employee. We reward performance and results and challenge each employee to reach their full potential by demanding continuous improvement, while increasing local decision-making and authority. We are committed to recruiting, training, and promoting employees who rise to these challenges. All our employees share responsibility to maintain the highest legal and ethical standards. Performing with integrity is a way of life and vital to the Company's success."


ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager will have responsibility for managing the day-to-day Safety, Quality, Throughput and Cost for all plant Business Units. In conjunction with the Manufacturing Manager, the position is responsible for maximizing individual and plant-wide productivity, quality and technical skill development to ensure on-time shipments and customer satisfaction, as well as reducing variable costs. The focus of the role will be to execute the daily, weekly plans for the plant, managing the manpower and other resources to carry them out in an efficient and productive manner. This is a pro-active as well as a reactive role. The role is an integral part of the Senior Management team


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Is accountable for the delivery of ESH & Productivity targets through delegation of objectives to the Shift Production Managers and monitoring daily via flex/ TOC reports, identifying recovery actions as required to achieve the day, week, month and quarter.
  • Is responsible for Capacity modelling by BU to identify bottlenecks/ constraints with appropriate plans to ensure sufficient capacity to support Budget
  • Will carry our HSE audits in conjunction with the HSE department and support of Safety Facilitators
  • Will be accountable for leading, motivating and engaging with Production Managers through effective communication e.g. team briefings, regular interaction on shopfloor, involvement of team in projects and initiatives
  • Will be responsible for the management of Shift Production managers to include objective setting, performance reviews, absence management
  • Is responsible for reviewing existing systems and identifying improvements for internal and external quality, cost and on-time delivery to the customer requirements.
  • Accountable for setting the variable labour cost plan, working with Production team to determine required staffing levels and support labor re-allocation across the plant as required.
  • Is responsible for all aspects of recruiting and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; evaluating and appraising individual performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Is accountable for flexibility of the workforce to address skills gaps and create an adaptable workforce and will be responsible for Training Needs Analysis for the team
  • Will control departmental budget through the daily flex and management of outwork
  • Will drive the production team to use process Improvement and Lean Manufacturing Tools such as SPC, FMEAs, 5S and Lean Sigma structured problem solving techniques to drive improvements
  • Will be an area owner for 6S and attend weekly meetings communicate updates to all members of Operations team
  • Is accountable for ensuring Operation adherence to Preventative Maintenance Plan and will attend weekly Planned Maintenance review meeting.
  • Will work with Human Resources on people management issues including disciplinaries, grievances and performance related issues
  • Will develop a working relationship with union representatives, keeping them informed of decisions and changes within the plant


QUALIFICATIONS

Must be either of graduate calibre with management diploma and/or have equivalent experience within a management role in a unionised environment. Will have professional advancement in a manufacturing environment. Able to interpret high level business objectives into day to day plans and roll out and delegate to teams, able to clearly identify day to day priorities and create action plans to deliver. Demonstrable computer skills.


EXPERIENCE

  • 5 years' experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment preferably in an aerospace
  • 5 years' experience and exposure to a union environment would be advantageous
  • 5 years' experience in managing people (development and managing performance), managing information (effective budget control and communication activities), managing activities (prioritising activities, continuous improvement activities) and managing systems (including knowledge of ISO9001, OSHA18001 and ISO14001)


ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Must be able to demonstrate a range of leadership skills such as delegation, coaching and support while able to interpret and challenge traditional behaviors and practices. Will be an effective leader and act in a manner that maintains a positive and productive work environment with customers, clients, co-workers and supervisors. Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels are essential. Working knowledge of Continuous improvements methodology and appropriate coaching and teaching skills are an advantage. A willingness to be trained to a Green Belt standard in Lean Six sigma.


BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

  • Positive CAN DO ATTITUDE
  • Strong sense of urgency
  • Right to Left Thinking – Begin with the end in mind – what do you want the end result to be?
  • In FRONT of every good team is a good leader
  • Provide the team with resources to improve
  • No Limits to improvement (don't be bound by 2% QoQ) – no end
  • Become a noted authority
  • High energy level and able to work flexible hours
  • Solid business acumen
  • Strong mindset for continuous improvement
  • Able to motivate and develop teams to meet performance requirements


QUALIFICATIONS

Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent in an engineering related subject. Desirable: Ideally 6 Sigma qualified to Black belt level or equivalent. Recognised HSE related qualification will be advantageous e.g. NEBOSH. IT literate, able to generate own reports and correspondence.


PAY RANGE AND COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Very Competitive for UK Market.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

At Timet UK Ltd, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to succeed, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our team and strive to foster an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are dedicated to providing a fair and unbiased recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process

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