Leonardo
Manufacturing Team Leader
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Manufacturing Team Leader – Detectors Line of Business *£44,171–£46,000 (grade-based framework)
Your Impact
We are seeking Manufacturing Team Leaders to support the Detectors Line of Business (LoB) within the Production function at our Southampton site. As a Manufacturing Team Leader, you’ll:
- Oversee the manufacture of complex processes, ensuring consistency in production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements
- Provide strong people leadership, driving engagement, performance, and development to achieve operational success
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise a team of Operators and Technicians in a high-performance, inclusive, and collaborative environment
- Direct production activities for a medium to large team, set objectives, and assess performance while fostering individual development under Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) standards
- Act as a visible and approachable leader, promoting open communication, addressing concerns, and improving employee engagement and wellbeing
- Influence cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, project management) to optimise design, quality, and manufacturing processes based on technical expertise
- Drive continuous improvement and workplace transformation via KPIs, problem-solving, and technical issue resolution
- Provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to ensure teams are operationally effective and aligned with objectives
- Develop team capabilities through succession planning, talent identification, and training in company systems
- Ensure adherence to technical specifications and quality standards for products
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What You’ll Bring
Essential:
- Proven experience in Manufacturing within Semi-Conductor, AIT (Advanced Technology and Innovation), Aerospace, Defence, or high-reliability industries
- Team leadership or supervisory experience (desired)
- Deep practical knowledge of manufacturing processes and technical proficiency (e.g., HND, degree, or equivalent industry experience)
- In-depth understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental principles (IOSH qualification required; training available)
- Familiarity with quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100)
- Ability to persuade, influence, and communicate technical insights clearly
- Proficiency in SAP (technical modules for manufacturing, procurement, or supply chain)
Desirable:
- Experience in clean room environments
- Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
- Exposure to ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) or MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)
Applicants without all criteria are encouraged to apply—a wedding to learn is a plus.
Security Clearance
This role requires pre-employment screening under the UK’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and may include National Security Vetting (NSV), such as the Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For details, visit Leonardo Careers →.
Why Join Us?
Leonardo empowers employees with a holistic focused on professional growth, well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:
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- Time to Recharge:
- Generous paid leave + up to 12 annual flexi-days
- Secure Your Future:
- Award-winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
- Wellbeing Support:
- Free access to mental health resources, financial advice, and employee-led networks (Pride, Enable, Wellbeing, Armed Forces, Carers, Ethnicity)
- Rewarding Performance:
- Eligible for company-wide bonus scheme
- ** professional Training**:
- Through our Coursera and LinkedIn Learning platforms
- Flexible Perks:
- Annual spending allowance (£500) for benefits like private healthcare or tech discounts
- Customised gym memberships, finance options, and more
- Normative & Volunteering:
- Support for able working, volunteer time, or external charity work
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Leonardo, a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security, leverages more than 53,000 employees worldwide—including 8,500 in the UK—to innovate across technology and safety.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Leonardo, we champion accessibility, inclusion, and belonging. If you have accessibility needs during recruitment, please share your requirements—we’re committed to supporting your journey here.
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Location: Southampton (GB). Contract: Permanent. Hybrid Working: Onsite, blended options discussed for flexibility.
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