Production Team Leader - Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom - Smiths Group

Smiths Group

Verified Company

Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Location:
EMEA, United Kingdom, Hemel Hempstead- Ref: DETECTIONEMEA01436- Division: Smiths Detection- Job Function: Operations
Job Description:

The Production Team Leader will be responsible for leading a team of people on a specific product range, overseeing the production processes for that product and providing effective leadership and management for that team.

This includes developing and executing production plans, reviewing capacity and resource plans and ensuring that products are produced on time, cost-effectively and to the right quality.

The role holder will be working alongside the team on the relevant production line.

This opportunity is based on our production site in Hemel Hempstead and will be Monday to Thursday 7:45 to 16:45 and Friday 7:45 to 12:45

Duties & Responsibilities

Assigning work to production staff on a daily basis using visual management to manage both short interval and escalation requirements.
Take ownership and responsibility for monitoring quality and output.
Drive real time problem resolutions within the team both in terms of containment and root cause corrective actions.
Deliver the business KPI's for Operations using lean techniques including visual management and problemsolving tools.
Promote and drive a continuous improvement culture ensuring best practices in health and safety and 5S are followed.
Assembly and/or Testing of relevant products to a high standard of electro mechanical skill level or testing on ATE or bespoke Test Equipment
Where required be able to deputise for other members of the team.
Liaising effectively with internal departments / teams as required.
Develop an agile workforce which reduces critical skill gaps, whilst also providing individual personal development opportunities.
Create and execute training plans within your team.
Ensure the team are compliant to all Smiths HR Policies and Practices.
Conduct performance reviews on direct reports and ensure the Smiths Detection review system is used.
Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

Experience in a Manufacturing environment with relevant experience in electromechanical assembly and or testing with ATE or bespoke test equipment.
Good communication skills, able to liaise effectively with internal departments
Good leadership skills, with a handson approach.
Selfmotivator, with problemsolving skills.
Possess a desire and willingness to progress further with personal development.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, and a demonstrable experience of use of those tools

About Smiths

About Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today's world.