Production Team Leader Swindon, Wiltshire, South West England, England
Johnson Matthey
Full Time
Swindon, Wiltshire, South West England, England
46158 - 53679 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Vacancy: Production Team Leader
Location: Swindon, UK
Job Family: Manufacturing/Production
As the Production Team Leader, you will direct and co-ordinate the production of fuel cells activities across teams of technicians (semi-skilled and skilled), so that established targets, including volume, cost and quality measures are safely met.
This role supports the Shift Supervisors and Production Management in delivering objectives for a Manufacturing site producing and developing new to world technology, supporting a complex fast changing research, development and rapidly growing manufacturing environment as the Fuel Cells business continues to evolve towards high volume manufacture and commercial success.
This position will operate on a 3/2 Rota. Consisting of both Days (06:00AM - 18:00PM) and Nights (18:00pm - 06:00am).
Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals, and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people. We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.
As global action on climate change gathers pace, so does the shift to cleaner energy sources, such as hydrogen, to provide low or zero emission power for our homes, industry, and transport. Johnson Matthey's technologies are already at the heart of enabling this energy transition and we are investing further in the Clean Hydrogen space. We want to strengthen Johnson Matthey's position at the forefront of the Hydrogen Economy. We are in a fortunate position that we have a long and successful history in Hydrogen, and we plan to build on our well-established and solid foundations. We’re self-starters, people who take ownership and courageously embrace change to make things happen. We work in dynamic, evolving environments, anticipating changes, and shaping our global markets; whilst striving to create entrepreneurial opportunities and value for our customers.
Your responsibilities:
- Ensure both self and team always adheres to business/JM EHS standards, and that production does not override EHS requirements.
- Work with team to ensure EHS responsibilities are fully understood.
- Supervise employees across assigned teams to ensure the manufacture of products and to perform other tasks within established timing, quality, and cost standards.
- Plan and organise activities across teams and collaborate with relevant areas/departments.
- Ensure equipment is in full working order, troubleshoot problems found and liaise with appropriately skilled engineers where required.
- Performance and people management of technicians, ensuring company policies are followed, personal development plans are supported and where necessary implement personal improvement plans.
- Monitors the performance and output of your assigned teams and re-assign production activities or manpower if required, to achieve set KPIs.
- Knowledge of continuous improvement tools to support larger lean projects and lead smaller area specific projects.
- To carry out/take on any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.
Requirements for the role:
- Experience of leading a team working in a production environment and making decisions in a timely manner.
- Previously supported direct report team members through personal development plans, having recognised high achievers and sustained high levels of team motivation.
- Experience of conducting return to work interviews and performance improvement discussions.
- Previously worked in a fast-paced environment and able to achieve challenging targets.
- IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Applications.
- Experience of Cleanroom environment, regulation, and processes (Desirable)
- Creative problem-solving skills, with demonstrable experience of driving innovation/change within existing processes (Desirable)
- Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to document and distribute key information to senior management (Desirable)
How you will be rewarded:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).
At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views, and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.
Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.
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How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.
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Johnson Matthey
https://matthey.com/
London, United Kingdom
Liam Condon
$10+ billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Chemical Manufacturing
1817
