Manufacturing Team Leader

Calibration Team Leader

Location: Rochester, Kent

Permanent

Please note, candidates must be eligible for Security Clearance

Reporting to the Senior Manufacturing Manager, the Calibration Team Leader will lead a team of Calibration Engineers and Technicians, being responsible for ensuring Calibration activities and maintenance of test equipment are completed to support the business.

What you'll be doing:

• Ensuring Calibration tasks on the teams portfolio are completed satisfactorily and are traceable to National Standards
• Support the maintenance of test equipment, located on the shop floor
• Manage the performance of the team using appropriate tools & techniques
• Provide monthly reports and matrices on performance
• Provide & authorise monthly estimates for areas of responsibility
• Identifying and addressing the training and development requirements of the team
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for the Calibration team
• Co-ordinate with external calibration suppliers the calibration of equipment
• Interfacing with all other functions at all levels of the organisation

Your skills and experiences:

• Experienced in a Calibration environment
• Experience with UKAS 17025 or equivalent regulatory requirements
• Operationally and strategically minded and ability to build and maintain excellent business relationships across all levels within the business

Desirable:

• Previous Leadership experience
• Lean manufacturing knowledge
• Experience in Continuous Improvement techniques
• Understanding of measurement uncertainty
• HNC / HND in Mechanical or Electrical Discipline

If you are interested in this role, please click 'APPLY' and submit your CV for immediate consideration.

All successful candidates will be contacted within two working days of application