CNC Machine Shop Team Leader
Apply locations: Tring, Hertfordshire, England, UK
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Job requisition id: REQ-9693
Company: Ultra Intelligence & Communications
Provide Decision Advantage to Mission Partners Around the World
Join us in our mission to provide the world's military members with the latest, most customizable solutions and capabilities, enabling mission success anywhere around the globe. At Ultra Intelligence and Communications (I&C), we provide critical, tactical capabilities to enhance and accelerate decision-making in the most challenging environments.
Job Description
Based: Tring, Hertfordshire
Ultra I&C's Communications business are a leading global specialist in the design, development, supply and support of advanced ultra-light portable and driveaway satellite and troposcatter equipment for secure government, military and commercial broadcast communications through our GigaSat division.
Scope: The Machine Shop Team Leader shall be responsible for the day-to-day planning, operation and problem solving so that the team meets its required performance targets in the build of all products within Ultra Communications. Continuously monitor product quality during build to improve upon product performance targets.
Essential Skills:
* Offline Programming using 3D CADCAM software
* Online Programming Direct to Machine
* Setting & Operating CNC Milling & Turning Machines
* Understanding the use of material requirements planning (MRP) systems to control and monitor inventory and aid production planning
Desirable:
* Haas/XYX/Bridgeport Machine Experience
* Manual Turning & Milling
* Use of 3D Modelling software (Solidworks & OneCNC)
* Setup, programming and running of CNC 3 Axis Co-Ordinate Measuring Machine
Key Responsibilities:
* Implement manufacturing strategies and action plans, as directed by the Manufacturing Manager, to ensure that the manufacturing facility supports the business strategic objectives.
* Conduct Performance & Development Appraisals and identify training needs, train and develop the Machine Shop personnel.
* Building existing products and working with engineering to provide input to new developments and enhance/improve existing products.
* Working in a small multi-disciplined team, responsible for the day to day running of the Machine Shop Section for maximum efficiency.
* Using the MRP system to ensure stock is well maintained and accurately booked to jobs.
* Working in cooperation with other Manufacturing teams to ensure the product is of the quality and standards expected.
* Holding regular team planning meetings and managing workload.
* Ensuring that production documentation is kept up to date.
* Implementation of lean manufacturing activities as directed by the Manufacturing Manager.
* Daily monitoring and achievement of meeting manufacturing targets to include quality metrics, productivity metrics.
* Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual.
* Line manager responsibility for the entire employee life-cycle of direct reports.
Notice: Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements.
Our Benefits:
* Annual Bonus – Performance Related
* 25 days’ holiday with the option to buy an extra 5
* 4 x Life Assurance Cover
* Flexible working hours
* Early Finish on a Friday
* Pension Contribution
* Our Ultra Select Benefits package includes – subsidised gym & retail, childcare vouchers, cycle-to-work schemes, etc.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement: At Ultra I&C, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusivity.
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