Production Manager F/M

Company

Alcatel Submarine Networks stands as an industry leader with over 850,000 km of optical submarine systems globally – that’s nearly 21 times the Earth’s circumference.

We cater to a wide range of needs: from traditional telecom applications and webscale service provider infrastructures to offshore oil and gas projects.

Post description

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB:

• To oversee teams of Production staff and drive performance in ensuring that all Safety and Quality processes are complied with. A key role will be to ensure accuracy against lead times.
• Responsible for aspects of people management including, staff performance and development, absence management, training and any other employee relation matters.
• Lead the drive towards excellence and best practice.
• Ensure that adequate support is available from support functions.

Main accountabilities include:

• Ensure compliance across all teams with Health & Safety and Quality requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
• Support a culture of safety and quality within the team; ensure all procedures are followed and Protective Personal Equipment is always used correctly.
• Participate in new product introductions when required, ensuring that production aspects are considered.
• Oversee technician performance ensuring that Operational Compliance Assessments meet targets.
• Be a champion for product quality and continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure team members always adhere to Quality build processes and procedures.
• Ensure all HSE processes are correct, scheduling regular maintenance and only accepting new facilities into production after the New Product Introduction procedure is completed.
• Ensure company Health & Safety policies are applied; ensure all staff activities are carried out in a safe manner.
• Monitor staff compliance with the HSE rules.
• Ensure Departmental health safety checks are carried out on time and equipment is labelled where required.
• Report all Accidents & Near Misses in a timely manner to HSE Department.
• Enforce & adhere to local clean area rules (ESD, Washing hands etc). Manage any non-compliance.
• Ensure ESD Protocols are followed by departmental staff.
• Ensure infrastructure is in place.
• Implement and promote a culture of continuous improvement, including process optimizations and waste reduction initiatives.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to schedule regular equipment maintenance and minimize downtime.
• Promote 6s and lean manufacturing principles, actively supporting the area champion in driving Cis.
• Preparation of reports and KPI’s with analysis included.

Wanted profil

Education/qualifications/experience:

• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
• Previous supervisory or line management experience.
• Experience of Lean manufacturing principles an advantage
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, manage conflict and drive results
• Ability to move and navigate amongst different areas
• Strong Communication Skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Able to demonstrate excellent organizational Skills – Able to plan production schedules and monitor materials availability.

Rotating shift pattern

CLOSING DATE: Friday June 27th  

Before submitting your application, please ensure you have informed your direct line manager.

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