Value Stream Lead at G&H Group

Torquay, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manufacturing Management, Leadership, KPI Management, Continuous Improvement, Production Planning, Health and Safety Compliance, Quality Assurance, Resource Coordination, 6S Methodology, Performance Management, Coaching, WIP Management

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description ABOUT G&H G&H is a global leader in precision photonics, partnering with customers across aerospace, defence, life sciences, industrial and research markets. At our Torquay site, we specialise in high-performance optical components and subsystems that power some of the world’s most advanced technologies. We are driven by innovation, collaboration and engineering excellence...and we’re growing! If you’re excited by the idea of taking products from concept to full-scale manufacture, this is where you can make a real impact. ROLE The Value Steam Lead will coordinate the manufacturing resources to safely deliver the manufacturing plan to meet or exceed budget revenue, and meet KPI measurements of delivery performance, productivity, quality, WIP level and scrap. QUALIFICATIONS Recognised management qualification & technical qualification desirable RESPONSIBILITIES To manage the line schedules and ensure correct prioritisation of schedule mix and minimum levels of WIP, working with planner and production control. To proactively manage any manufacturing deviations from target and to ensure where appropriate required escalation process is followed. To manage team manning levels in line with S&OP and training plans, as well as ensuring effective man management, motivation and communication to the teams. Ensure that all team members are conforming to all health and safety procedures and promote a culture of proactive safety on the shop floor. Ensure that all team members are conforming to Quality procedures and promote a culture of Quality conformance on the shop floor. Drive product and process improvements, through continuous improvement activities and implement these changes with the CI engineer. To follow the appraisal process in conjunction with Team Leaders to ensure all team members receive appropriate feedback on performance and growth opportunities. Also to review staff on a quarterly basis and propose any appropriate band changes. To maintain required standards of behaviour, following the formal disciplinary procedure where necessary up to and including dismissal. Carry out all return to work interviews within required time scales. To provide leadership, coaching and guidance to Team Leaders. To maintain and improve 6S disciplines in the work area. Ensure by audit that standard work is being completed by staff. Report on and own governance of actions associated with the KPIs Adherence to all Company policies, management systems and standard operational procedures, including legal responsibilities in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Working positively to develop and foster good working relationships with colleagues and contracted personnel in order to maintain a culture of mutual respect and dignity Promote and display the G&H values: Customer focus, Passion, Unity, Precision PERFORMANCE MEASURES On Time Delivery Scrap Percentage Lineside Inventory Value SKIILLS/ATTRIBUTES OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE Proven experience in a technical production environment Demonstrated leadership skills and management of manufacturing teams Accountability Delivering Results Understanding of KPI metrics WHY JOIN US AT G&H At G&H, you’ll be part of a team shaping the future of photonics. You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with talented engineers and contribute to products that make a global impact. We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for growth and the chance to be part of something truly exciting. G&H BENEFITS INCLUDE 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) - rising up to 30 days annual leave (phased with long service) Corporate Cash Plan Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme Notes: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role. Therefore, this job description does not describe any individual role holder. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake any and all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their line manager. The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunity or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates. Potential candidates should be aware that many of the employment roles at Gooch & Housego are subject to government security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities that you may have previously held and your place of birth, could restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All UK applicants must, as a minimum, be able to successfully complete security vetting to the UK government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard, which includes a criminal record check being performed. Many roles may also require higher levels of security vetting to be completed, where applicants must typically have been continuously resident within the UK for the past five to ten years.

Responsibilities

Coordinate manufacturing resources to deliver the production plan while meeting budget revenue and KPI targets for delivery, quality, and productivity. Lead and coach team leaders, manage manning levels, and drive continuous improvement activities on the shop floor.