Company Overview
AETC Ltd specializes in manufacturing a diverse range of products, from small aerospace components to large industrial gas turbine parts. With a strong presence in both Leeds and Leicester, we are committed to supporting our customers throughout all stages of component production, backed by over 70 years of industry experience and a dedicated focus on employee development and inclusivity.
Job Overview
Managing operational metrics and direct supervision of employees in a high quality and technical manufacturing environment
QCB AVALIBLE
Responsibilities
- Achieving daily KPI’s for throughput, cost and efficiency within the department
- Lead H&S investigations, perform risk assessments and safety audits
- Be able to identify cost saving opportunities and project manage these to completioN.
- Coaching of individuals to improve quality and throughput performance
- Lead continuous improvement through the championing of 6S and lean manufacturing methods
- Develop team leader network to help with communication and engagement on safety, quality and performance topics
- Applying the Theory of Constraints to manage manufacturing throughput
- Ensure adhere to all company policies and procedures, including but not restricted to: SOX, Code of Conduct, Health and Safety, quality assurance, etc.
- Undertake any other duties required to drive continuous improvement in the manufacturing process
Skills
- Proven experience of supervision within a fast paced manufacturing facility
- Excellent people management skills with the ability to get the best out of a team
- Good understanding of key manufacturing processes and matrices (TOC, 6S, variable cost control etc.)
- Experience in delivering Continuous Improvements/Cost Reduction/Cultural Change
- Strong IT Skills with experience of using Microsoft Office applications.
Qualifications
- A formal qualification (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline (HNC or higher)
Other key requirements
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to contribute in a team environment
- Ability to cope with complexity and to achieve goals within demanding deadlines
- Ability to work closely with other areas of the business to drive operational performance.
- To be a self starter with drive and enthusiasm
- To be willing and able to contribute to the development of the company through involvement in continuous improvement projects / activities
- A willingness and drive to actively endorse and promote excellent standards of work and health and safety compliance.
- A strong desire to promote manufacturing best practice
- Self disciplined with an ability to work autonomously
- A logical approach to problem solving and ability to make decisions based on facts.
- Good numerical/accountancy skills
- Desire for continuous improvement
- Highly motivated with a strong sense to succeed
- Well organised and thorough
- A commitment to continued professional development
Working Hours
- Monday - Tuesday 7:30am - 16:30pm
- Wednesday - Thursday 7:30am - 16:15pm
- Friday 7:30am - 12:00pm
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
