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NewPower by Wrightbus offers a groundbreaking solution by repowering mid-life diesel buses, making it more affordable to decarbonise and improving air quality in cities. Wrightbus, the first bus manufacturer to launch repowering at scale, introduces NewPower to accelerate the decarbonisation of bus fleets across the UK, ensuring zero carbon emissions on all journeys. We are therefore recruiting a Production Manager for the Bicester, Oxfordshire site. The successful candidate will be responsiblefor leading on site production teams to achieve the profit and performance targets set by the head of Manufacturing Operations. Drive continuous improvement to maximise operational effectiveness and efficiencies through the development of people, processes, and systems. Enhancing the mission, vision, and value as set out in the goals and objectives of the business. The Role: Accountable for all operational results (Safety, Quality, Velocity & Cost) from start of production build to finished goods shipment. Reporting and delivering all KPIs which drive manufacturing operations to continuously improve, ensuring the Production Supervisors develop, maintain & control KPI data & visual management boards. Ensure that robust planning and control techniques are established and maintained in respect of all manufacturing activities, including co-ordination with related services/departments. Consult with the materials department on known/expected delivery of materials and bought in items. Determine any special arrangements for forward planning and potential difficulties within the build process. In conjunction with the Manufacturing Engineering optimise the manufacturing operations & support processes to consistently deliver improvements on business & financial metrics. Lead role in the development and implementation of Company Strategy and introduction of lean methodologies. In conjunction with the Central Maintenance function ensure that the overall facility is maintained to support effective operations. Determine appropriate level and competency of staff and ascertain training needs in line with the future needs of the business and its strategies. Through the Production Supervision, ensure that all employees are fully conversant and compliant with the companys Quality Assurance & Health, Safety and Environmental policies. Enhance communication & trust with all staff, negotiating with a works committee when and where necessary. Review & prepare for capital expenditure proposals that support the strategic goals of the company. Ensure that working conditions and environments create the opportunity to maximise efficient performance and minimise the employee turnover. To ensure all staff receive annual appraisal and performance objectives and ensure these are at appropriate levels. The Requirements: BTech in Engineering or similar qualification Four years Operational or Production Supervisor experience Able to demonstrate ability to drive tangible business improvement Strong Leadership skills with the ability to influence others Good interpersonal skills across all levels Demonstrate within a manufacturing environment working knowledge of Quality Systems Willing to take on business travel, work shifts and overtime as required The Benefits: Medicash Scheme Discount with local businesses and high street retailers Career Progression Note: This job description will be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities, as may be determined in consultation with the jobholder. It is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Wrightbus is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit. TPBN1_UKTJ