Job Overview
In this pivotal role, your core responsibilities will revolve around leading a team in effectively managing customer commit dates through the control of manufactured parts within the factory.
* Provide estimated production dates of parts to Quality to facilitate scheduling.
* Control the release of parts (both finished and unfinished) to internal production.
* Oversee the process of parts (unfinished) being sent for outside processing.
* Liaise with the Stores team on the receiving and holding of inventory where necessary.
* Prioritize and expedite urgent parts outside of normal lead times.
* Ensure traceability of parts is maintained throughout the entire process.
* Escalate part shortages or issues that may impact expected lead time to stakeholders.
* Follow up on these escalations to guarantee action has been taken and closed.
* Report any defects on a non-conformance report and notify relevant parties as part of this process.
* Liaise with suppliers on documentation requirements for all parts.
* Liaise with Engineering & Purchasing on Engineering Change Notices to advise on revision changes on parts already ordered.
* Lead performance management, development, and motivation of staff within the team.
* Ensure a thorough hand-over is completed at the end of shift.
* Adhere to and enforce Healthy and Safety procedures.
* Participate in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating according to the agreed schedule, specifications, and expectations.