Job Description
A Bit About This Role:
* Oversee a small team of 3-5 members to ensure customer requirements and production deadlines are met.
* Plan, communicate, and execute a production schedule to meet operational needs.
* Prepare equipment such as vacuum furnaces, ensuring production settings are accurate and aligned with operational requirements.
* Perform 'hands-on' tasks like loading and unloading furnaces when necessary, based on business needs.
* Manage works orders using the production system, ensuring costs are accurately recorded.
* Engage with customers when required, including providing updates on job progress and offering technical support for sales quotes or new job requirements.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure quality standards are met.
* Work closely with the line manager and sales team to drive business growth, improve efficiencies, and achieve sales targets.
What We're Looking For:
* Experience working within the heat treatment industry.
* Exposure to dealing with brazing and heavy engineering.
* Familiarity with working to quality management standards (minimum ISO 9001).
* Basic understanding of reading engineering drawings, projections, and tolerances.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to relay information effectively both internally and externally.
* Strong organizational skills, a keen attention to detail, and a focused approach to work.
* Proficiency in IT skills and experience with ERP systems.
* Relevant supervisory experience or team leadership in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
* Self-driven, with good interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
* Experience in the vacuum heat treatment industry.
* Familiarity with working to AS/EN 9100 standard and NADCAP would be advantageous.