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Job Purpose

To provide supervision to production teams in delivering on-time output against targets and production schedules. Help to develop world-class levels of performance and customer satisfaction through use of Unipart Way tools and techniques and by effective teamwork and continuous improvement. To co-ordinate activities to deliver the product right first time, fully compliant with all specifications to the highest quality standards (zero PPM) using the most efficient processes.

Knowledge of Composite processes including carbon fibre laminating is essential.

Principle Responsibilities

Health & Safety

Ensure the highest possible levels of Health and Safety and Housekeeping are upheld in line with legislative, quality and good working practices Take an active role in Safety Audits and resolve where possible or report/recommend any corrective actions to Production Management Responsible for accident, hazards, near misses reporting and assisting in investigation and for seeking proactive solutions to issues and reductions in incident levels to minimise / eliminate the risk of potential further incidents occurring Support Safety initiatives and lead the team in achieving/exceeding Health and Safety targets Ensure completion of regular risk assessments are carried out and archived correctly All employees have a duty of care to follow / adhere to all Safety, Health & Environmental (SHW) procedures, processes and challenge unsafe acts & behaviours" Report all incidents, hazards, near misses to minimise / eliminate the risk of potential further incidents occurring

Quality

Responsibility for ensuring and maintaining Quality standards within the Production area Ensure all staff comply with the Company Quality Policies and Procedures Identify Quality issues as they arise, investigate with Team and Quality Leader ensuring action is taken as appropriate to ensure containment and resolution is achieved Respond to Customer issues and support full detailed investigation. Review all Quality Gates (Poke Yokes) to ensure they are in place and effective by regular audit and review

Cost

Control and manage time and attendance including sickness / absence using established Company Procedures Utilise resource (Hours / Material etc.) across the Production areas to achieve budgets Support delivery of change management into Production areas minimising obsolescence Understand Business KPI's and communicate these on a regular basis to Production teams via the department comm cell

Delivery

Manage, motivate and lead Production team so that productivity targets are achieved or exceeded Ensure all concerned within the Production team are aware of the targets and their importance, with the ability to explain the consequences of non- achievement To ensure Production plan is achieved to suit the Customer and budgetary needs Employ lean manufacturing techniques to achieve productivity and efficiency targets Work closely with all functions (Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Logistics) to ensure delivery or targeted KPI's

People Development

Carry out regular meetings with Team Members regarding performance expectations, standards attendance etc Deliver communication briefings ensuring awareness of Company and local issues Responsible for return-to-work interviews, training and development plans, Company Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures with support from Human Resources and Production Management To actively see and improve your own knowledge, skills and experience to increase your contribution to the Production Team and Company success

Key characteristics of the role:

Strong belief and advocate of the Unipart Way and willingness to coach others in the application of the tools and techniques Excellent ability to communicate and interact with people at all levels Enthusiastic, results orientated, self-motivated individual with a 'can do' attitude Strong leader who can set direction that others will follow Excellent communicator and influencer with excellent interpersonal skills Ability to make balanced decisions in a variety of situations in a demanding environment * Any other task as agreed by your manager/supervisor