Shift Supervisor Machine Shop

An exciting opportunity has become available with one of our leading Aerospace & Defence company within their Machine Shop Department for a Shift Supervisor. You'll play a key role in leading, mentoring and supporting an experienced team of Cell Operatives who undertake processes for the manufacture of parts on a variety of machine tools contributing to the success of ejector seats produced onsite, to ultimately save lives.

This is a Shift Supervisor position which will be 7 on 7 off and the hours are 7am - 5pm, there will be a shift premium of 10.28%.

You will be involved in all aspects of the department from allocating work, monitoring KPI's, reviewing productivity, conducting appraisals and be actively involved in the recruitment process whilst communicating departmental progress updates.

Characteristics & Skills

• Comprehensive experience of managing / leading people.
• Development and implementation of KPI's.
• Experienced in driving team performance.
• Management of functional budgets.
• Experience of working in manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies desirable.
• You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will keep advancing your understanding of leadership, harnessing your management skills and gaining seasoned industry experience.

Your benefits in detail

• Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
• Personalised training and development plan.
• Cash Healthcare Plan.
• 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• The ability to purchase additional leave after qualifying period.
• Cycle to work scheme, including e-bikes.
• Workplace nursery benefit.
• Subsidised canteen
• Retail discounts
• Midday finish on Friday