Production Project Control Manager - Business Improvement
- Employer
- MBDA
- Location
- Bolton
- Salary
- Competitive Salary & Benefits
- Closing date
- 24 Jan 2019
- Reference
- P7416
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- Discipline
- Manufacturing & Production
- Sector
- Defence
- Job Type
- Engineering Manager
Job Details
An opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Business Improvement Manager. This role is an integral part of the Manufacturing UK Management Team and is required to be influential in the strategic evolution of the Manufacturing Organisation, its Capabilities and Practices.
The Role & Responsibilities
- Create an MBDA UK Manufacturing Business Improvement and Operational Excellence ‘Brand’ and Strategy.
- Work with the whole of the Manufacturing organisation covering all MBDA UK sites (along with any other required functions) and be the lead protagonist with respect to the creation and implementation of the MBDA UK Manufacturing Business Improvement and Operational Excellence strategy and plan that drives a Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving and Waste Reduction culture.
- Adopt or develop a standard suite of Business Improvement and Operational Excellence tools and techniques to be deployed across MBDA UK Manufacturing in support of Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving and Waste Reduction e.g. Policy Deployment, Performance Management, 6 Sigma, Problem Solving, Workplace VisualManagement, Process Confirmation.
- Develop all training and development materials required for supporting the implementation of the MBDA UK Manufacturing Business Improvement strategy and plan.
- Work with the Capability Manager to link any Business Improvement requirements for the Road Map for Industry 4.0/Factory of the Future within Manufacturing.
- Work with the IM Strategy Manager to link any Business Improvement requirements for the IM Road Map within Manufacturing.
- As a key player in the Manufacturing Management Team, provide direction to the business to drive systematic and sustainable business improvements in all areas.
- Implementation of best practice and benchmarking initiatives relevant to Business Improvement.
- Working in conjunction with the Manufacturing teams, be responsible for optimising and improving the manufacturing processes and associated facilities to meet the program requirements. These must take into account factors such as Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery & People as well as Logistics, Process Flow, Inventory and Lead Times and be fully compatible with Process Specifications, SHE compliance & Company Governance.
What’s in it for you?
- The opportunity to join Europe’s Number one, Missile Manufacturer
- To lead business improvement activities across a brand new, purpose built Manufacturing facility
- Ideally educated to HND/Degree Level, preferably in an engineering or manufacturing discipline
- Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing qualification/experience would be advantageous
- Experience in management skills
- Excellent team working, conflict management, leadership, motivation and decision making skills and experience
- Excellent influencing and negotiating skills
- Excellent communication skills
What would you get?
- Competitive salary, flexible working, paid overtime (subject to level), a comprehensive pension scheme, employee funded voluntary private healthcare, sporting activities, fantastic site facilities, bonus schemes (subject to level) and superb learning and development opportunities.
Please note that in order to apply for MBDA UK opportunities you will need to be eligible for SC (Secret Level) UK Security Clearance.
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Company
Together. For the future of defence.
We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and their allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.
Whether it’s designing a future concept for the British Army, managing the procurement of a missile component or harnessing their expertise in software in order to integrate one of our products on to the newest fighter jet, all of our employees are a part of delivering a more secure tomorrow.
In addition to being the only defence company on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2022 list, MBDA are also recognised nationally with three Investors in People Gold Awards (People, Apprenticeships, and Wellbeing), a top 10 finisher on the Best Big Companies to Work For 2022 league tables.
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Our Values
Our values are at the core of everything we do and shape the culture of our organisation. No matter what role, our people from leadership to entry-level encompass these values knowing that they are working towards the same common goal, sharing a bigger purpose in order to protect national security and enable strategic independence.
Through promoting change with Innovation, taking ownership through Commitment, building trust through Integrity, inspiring others through Passion and encouraging collaboration through Team Spirit, we have created a place where people feel connected with each other and valued in our community.
- Website
- https://www.mbdacareers.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01438754500
- Location
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6 Hills way
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DA
United Kingdom
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