Production Manager (FTC)

Raytheon UK is seeking a Production Manager to join our Manufacturing team in Glenrothes on a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract.

As Production Manager, you will be a key leading figure within a customer focussed cross-functional team and will be responsible for the manufacture of a range of electronic and electro-mechanical products, managing a team of Production Supervisors, Associates and Engineers. Driving excellent teamwork and flawless execution in delivery, quality, safety, and cost.

This role will fully be on-site joining a working environment where everyone can grow and contribute as part of a successful, inclusive, high performing culture.  You will largely be based in Glenrothes, however you may be required to support our sister site in Livingston, dependent on business requirements.

You must be eligible and willing to gain BPSS clearance.

• →Control Account Manager (CAM) for the Manufacturing function
• →Control of touch labour Hours Per Unit, and other manufacturing budgets
• →Development and execution of production plans to achieve customer on-time delivery
• →Management of high mix, and frequently changing priorities using Lean Manufacturing concepts
• →Employee Performance Development
• →Ownership of all safety procedures
• →Driver of process and quality improvements utilising RTX CORE (Customer Oriented Results & Excellence)

• Relevant years’ experience in a Production Management, Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Operations related role
• Qualified to Degree or Diploma level in a Manufacturing Engineering or Manufacturing Operations related discipline

• Experience in an Electronics / Electro-mechanical manufacturing environment
• Experience in management of budget versus bid
• Highly effective people management skills
• Highly effective organisational and communication skills
• A highly effective, disciplined approach in the work environment
• Experience in using SAP / shopfloor control systems
• Experience in EVMS (Earned Value Management System)

We take immense pride in being a leader in defence and aerospace technology. As an employer, we are dedicated to fuelling innovation, nurturing talent, and fostering a culture of excellence.

Joining our team means being part of an organisation that shapes the future of national security whilst investing in your growth and personal development. We provide a collaborative environment, abundant opportunities for professional development, and a profound sense of purpose in what we do. Together, we are not just advancing technology; we're building a community committed to safeguarding a safer and more connected world.

Raytheon UK is a landed company and part of the wider RTX organisation. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, but with over 180,000 employees globally across every continent, RTX provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide and comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.

Supporting over 35,000 jobs across 13 UK sites, RTX is helping to drive prosperity. Each year our work contributes over £2.7bn to the UK economy and offers a wealth of opportunities to 4,000 suppliers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We’re investing in all corners of the country, supporting 29,040 jobs in England, 3,040 in Northern Ireland, 1,900 in Scotland and 1,600 in Wales.

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