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SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS check (including a criminal record check)

LOCATION: Broughton

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more

• Work / Life Balance: Shift working, option to buy/sell holiday

• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities

• Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance, wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop

• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight ( #ZEROe ) to cleaning up space , sustainability is at the heart of our purpose . So what's your next change?

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to take responsibility for all manufacturing operations within a programme / build stage, ensuring on time and on cost supply of quality products to our customers. You will have the experience needed to strike the right balance between hands-on engagement in daily activities and tactical deployment of the company objectives. This role will have the breadth and resources to shape how manufacturing operates and how materials flow on the shop floor. You will have line management responsibility for assembly / test, manufacturing, engineering and logistics / stores.

Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will add value through operation and Continuous Improvement of an effective Lean based Management System, plan for the development of skills and competencies needed to deploy the production plan for the area of scope, and ensuring that Production Managers implement this plan effectively. The Manufacturing Manager ensures that the manufacturing area for which they are accountable meets EHS requirements and that their team follows the process.

Experience in high volume / high variety production of complex products and systems is essential. You should also have demonstrable experience leading and improving a skilled team to deliver consistently high performance as people management is a key part of this role. To achieve the strategic plans for the development of manufacturing you will need excellent prioritisation skills, high energy, clear focus, a positive ‘can do’ attitude and be calm under pressure.

This is an excellent opportunity for a manufacturing professional seeking a challenging role in a high tech environment with the support and resources available to succeed.

What skills will I need to be successful?

• High priority on Safety in the workplace

• Previous experience in manufacturing operations

• Strong team leadership experience, interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate others, coupled with strong communication skills

• Competent with LEAN tools and techniques

• Experienced in cost management

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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