Production Line Manager

General Dynamics Land Systems is on the look out for a full time Production Line Manager to work in our Manufacturing Team. The successful and inclusive candidate will earn a favourable salary of £43,200 to £54,000 based on experience and potential. This is an ideal role for someone who has a proactive and positive mindset and a keen desire to grow professionally.

Joining an established team based at our Merthyr facility, you will work with stakeholders across the business to supervise the day to day running of a production line and up to 40 associated operatives in the GDLSUK facility.

Typical responsibilities for this role include:

• Plan, coordinate, prioritise and control production line activities and manufacturing processes to deliver product on time, on cost and on quality schedule.
• Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to company and legislative requirements, processes and procedures. Lead the team to implement a culture of safety and improvement.
• Monitor assigned work activities to ensure required completion dates are met.
• Provide accurate daily/weekly/monthly status updates on all work activities within the assigned areas.

Required qualifications and experience:

• University degree or recognised college diploma in Manufacturing or Business Administration or equivalent.
• Previous supervisory experience relevant to production, preferably in a low volume high product value environment.
• Preferred experience of military vehicle build, maintenance or use.
• Must be able to cover shifts, as or if required.
• Previous manufacturing experience in a unionised environment.
• Goal oriented, with the ability to work under demanding conditions.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication, organisational, coaching, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated lean manufacture and operational excellence skills.

Our company benefits include:

• A flexible benefits scheme - allowing you to adapt your benefits to suit your needs.
• A personalised career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the company.
• Professional training and development courses, both internal and external - allowing you to reach your full potential.
• A flexible working environment that recognises and rewards contribution, which includes compressed hours, reduced hours and job share.
• A company sports and social club, offering events at discounted prices - giving you the opportunity to meet and socialise with colleagues outside the workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer: General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to employment. GDLS is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation, please contact or e mail at emailprotected to request assistance.