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Operations Production Manager

AT Eaton
Eaton

Operations Production Manager

Ferndown, United Kingdom

Join Eaton and be a part of our commitment to providing impactful, energy-efficient solutions that shape a sustainable future. At Eaton, we make what matters work, and we're dedicated to fostering a workplace where ethics, inclusion, diversity, and our people are at the forefront.

What you'll do:

  • Develops operational and strategic plans for all manufacturing activities for the value stream to meet business targets, milestones and Key Performance Indictors (KPIs)
  • Leads the supply week inputs for the Sales, Inventory, Operations and Planning (SIOP) process
  • Prioritises production schedules based on product introduction, available capacity, equipment efficiency and material supply
  • Executes workforce planning requirements to ensure the products are manufactured and delivered in accordance with the master production schedule
  • Co-ordinates activities relating to the management of infrastructure and day to day running of the value stream
  • Plans, monitors and adheres to budgets, controlling capital expenditures and direct/indirect labour costs
  • Supports the management of non-development programmes, NPI transitions and special projects
  • Applies, maintains and improves lean manufacturing principles
  • Takes a leading role in the preparation and completion of internal, customer and regulatory audits
  • Ensures Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) standards are monitored and maintained

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Qualifications:

  • Academic studies to BSc/HNC/ HND level. or equivalent experience

Skills:

  • Proven experience in manufacturing or related roles
  • Demonstratable understanding of manufacturing/engineering priciples
  • Understanding of aerospace and defence regulations preserred
  • Advanced levels of business acumen and leadership experience
  • Advanced knowledge in the skills, tools, techniques, disciplines and processes of manufacturing management
  • Strong knowledge and practitioner of lean and improvement techniques
  • Experienced user of MRP/ERP systems
  • Excellent communicator with a proven ability to be able to establish strong working relationships across functional departments/sites
  • Diverse experience in engineering, manufacturing and Supply Chain
  • Experience in Project Management and/or Aerospace operations
  • Advanced levels of business acumen and leadership experience
  • Ability to build, & lead but also to operate as part of high performing teams

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Wimborne Minster, Wimborne BH21, UK
Job ID: Eaton-36827Wimborne
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)