Operations Production Manager

Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.

Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.

With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world's leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide.

Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.

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

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

• 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