Production Team Leader

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Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence:
Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable war fighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

At Ultra Maritime, we understand that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. That's why we support and promote flexible working arrangements where possible. Whether you prefer a hybrid model, working remotely, or the structure of being on-site, we will support you as best as we can.

Embrace the freedom to shape your work hours according to your needs, whether it's part-time, compressed hours, or a unique arrangement that suits your lifestyle.

Loudwater, Greenford, and Weymouth exclusively offer a 9‑day fortnight working pattern, offering extended weekends every other week, granting you more time to pursue your passions. And that's not all – we provide flexible start and finish times, as well as Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) for up to 1 day per calendar month which ties in with our values of Integrity, Transparency and Alignment.

We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Reports to:

Production Manager

Job Purpose

Responsible for production section supervision and control of resources to meet day to day targets whilst meeting production requirements.

Direct Reports:
Production Operators

• Responsible for production throughput from initial receipting of material to final assembly, test and final delivery
• Ensure that assigned section activities are conducted in accordance with company procedures and standards, ensuring high quality output
• Actively support team members in production operator duties as and when required:
  Build electro‑mechanical assemblies to IPC‑A‑610 standard, carry out automated tests of built sub‑assemblies and general assemblies, pack products, check quality of the product through self‑inspection, record and report any discrepancies or non‑conformances using the company ERP system (IFS)
• Monitor and achieve targets – output, quality, cost and health & safety
• Champion continuous improvement within the section and support initiatives to improve delivery times, process time, cost, quality and eliminate waste
• Train colleagues when required, to agreed company standards in working practices and processes
• Support team building and promote good working relations through example and good practice
• Use the non‑conformance process to ensure defective material is returned to supplier
• Facilitate Health and Safety and Environmental procedures, ensuring staff adhere to relevant safety and environmental requirements
• Deputise for Production Manager when required
• Manage material shortages and discrepancies through the use of IFS and communication with stores/procurement
• Run Tier 1 meeting with team and escalate and present issues up to tier 2 on a daily basis

• Day to day decisions that may influence the efficiency of the section
• Requires analysis of information, KPIs and targets to ensure on track
• Work closely…