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PRODUCTION MANAGER

ITP Aero UK are looking for a Production Manager to join our growing team.

ITP Aero is a leading company in the aviation industry, being the ninth largest aero engine manufacturer in the world by revenue and ranking among the top one hundred companies in the aviation industry globally.

ITP Aero has a workforce of more than 4,500 professionals (including +1,000 engineers) in 17 operating centres located in Spain, UK, Malta, USA, Mexico and India.

What is the objective of this role and what does it consist of?

The successful candidate will:

Lead, inspire and coach a team of between 15 to 25 people within a defined manufacturing cell.

You will be accountable for ensuring that customer delivery commitments are met in full, measured against agreed HSE, quality, cost, delivery, people and responsiveness standards.

Health, Safety and Environment -You will be responsible for sustainment of standards and proactive improvement.

Delivery –You will lead the team to achieve the weekly production plan and manage any immediate problems, escalating where required. You must be capable of coaching a team on how to use performance management effectively.

Quality –You will manage daily sustainment of a workplace to aerospace quality standards. This includes but is not limited to asset care checks, the sustainment of calibration for gauges and air tools and the control of manufacturing documentation.

Cost -You will ensure the cell costs are within budget, including consumables stock management and improvement. You will need to ensure that your team are adhering to accurate labour booking.

People -You will be responsible for communicating clearly and motivating and building high performing teams. You will be responsible for developing and implementing training plans to create capable and effective teams. You will consistently operate an effective communication framework, consisting of start of shift briefings, team talks and toolbox talks.

Assets- You will be accountable for optimising the performance of manufacturing assets in order to maximise facility productivity and in order to meet current and future customer demand. You will understand current constraints and develop a future strategy to support delivery.

Digital Manufacturing- You will need to understand the IT systems we use to drive our management and leadership activity. You will be competent in the use of the tools to manage cell and people performance. You will need to communicate to the team using digital tools, and be able to communicate digital strategy and use of innovative technology.

What profile are we looking for?

It is essential that the successful candidate:

Has a company wide outlook and exposure to different challenges, cultures and ways of working. Has an understanding/knowledge of multiple disciplines demonstrating breadth of experience. Can demonstrate an appreciation of Product Integrity. Has a proven track record delivering improved operational performance in both favourable and unfavourable conditions, utilising cross-functional teams. Has experience of deploying continuous improvement methodologies such as lean and six sigma, ideally with green belt accreditation. Has attended higher education and/or leadership development programmes. Management experience in an engineering industry is ideal, but not essential.

 Who will I work with (in my team and in collaboration with other areas)?

You will work at ITP Aero’s Hucknall site, located in Nottinghamshire.

Your team will comprise of professionals with extensive experience in the aerospace manufacturing industry. You will lead a skilled workforce and integrate Manufacturing and Design Engineering capabilities.

 What are the working hours?

Shifts – 37 hours per week working the following 3 Shift Pattern:

Mornings: 6.00 am – 2.12 pm Monday-Friday

Afternoons: 1.48 pm – 9.30 pm Monday-Thursday

1.48 pm – 7.00 pm Friday

Nights: 9.00 pm – 6.15 am Monday-Thursday

​What is the location?

Address: ITP Aero UK Ltd, Harrier Business Park, Dorey Way, Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, NG15 6EU

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/kCU4BAjtGHk7VsiQ9

 What is the remuneration and competitive employee benefits?

Leadership Level: Manager

Salary: Starting from £50k

25 days annual leave (inclusive of 5 fixed days) 6 Leisure days – Accrued through working an additional hour per week in addition to your contracted hours. ITP Aero Group Personal Pension Scheme – Salary Sacrifice pension contributions increase with length of service to a maximum company contribution of 12% after 3 years of service. You will have the option to contribute more to your pension through salary sacrifice Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC’s). Flexible Benefits platform with a range of flexible benefits on offer Life Assurance – 6x salary to your nominated beneficiary(s) Income Protection - In the event of long-term sickness Cycle to Work Scheme Discount platform Enhanced Sick Pay Enhanced Pay for Maternity and Paternity (in line with statutory service dates) Additional Leave for Marriage, Moving House and Dependant leave. Employee Assistance Programme Access to 24/7 GP Earn vouchers through healthy living. Paid Professional Membership Bonus Scheme applicable to role Opportunity for growth and internal promotion

 Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 13 October 2024 at midnight

Applications will be reviewed as they are submitted and Assessment Centres will be run in September.

❓​​❔I have questions about the role, who can I contact?

If you need any clarification about the vacancy and/or the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Team via email:

Check that your Curriculum Vitae is up to date and correctly reflects the evolution of your functions and responsibilities. Your operational supervisor will be notified of your application for this internal job offer.

Only positions marked with the star symbol ⭐️ in the title are eligible to be under the Long-Term international Assignment conditions and are intended for ITP Aero employees from any location who meet the requirements of the vacancy. For all other internal vacancies, local conditions apply and a valid work visa for the country of the vacancy will be required.