Seagate Technology
Production Unit Manager
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About Our Group
Seagate Technology is a leading innovator of mass-capacity data storage. We create breakthrough technology so you can confidently store your data and easily unlock its value. Founded over 45 years ago, Seagate has shipped over four billion terabytes of data capacity and offers a full portfolio of storage devices, systems, and services from edge to cloud.
The Manufacturing Department in the Springtown facility is responsible for the manufacturing of the product, in Wafer format, to meet customer schedule. The product moves between multiple tools and processes, with a total build cycle time in excess of 6 months. The team consists of a Manufacturing Specialist (Production Operator) headcount in excess of 800, allocated to one of 4 shift teams. The department allocates personnel to run the tools, move the product, with attention to teamwork, throughput and quality of product.
About The Role - You Will
Reporting to the Shift Manager, you will have responsibility for the direction, motivation and performance of a team of manufacturing specialists engaged in the manufacturing process. Your role has the responsibility of maintaining a safe working environment, managing a team of up to 35 Manufacturing Specialists, engaging cross-functionally to meet the standards and operational performance expected of your team. You will already be an effective leader, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and develop your team members in a manufacturing environment.
You will:
- Manage team of Manufacturing Specialists, including the effective communication of goals, providing training and development opportunities, and providing feedback on performance in a high-performance team environment
- Maintain focus on producing results that meet or exceed plans and goals
- Create a high-performing and engaged workforce who feel valued and appreciated
- Comply with Health & Safety procedures including the reporting of accidents/incidents/work-related illnesses, regular safety audits, compliance with standard operating procedures
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness within the manufacturing facility
- Take the lead in operational bottleneck situations to alleviate the issue, and work cross-functionally in providing an immediate response and timely resolution
- Adapt plans and manage changes that arise as a result of priority adjustments, resources, policies, organization changes, or customer requirements
- Promote and drive the building of cross-departmental relationships within the Springtown facility to improve work effectiveness
- Be actively involved in continuous improvement initiatives and promote a continuous improvement culture within the team
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About You
- Demonstrated leadership experience within a high-performing team environment
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate experience in continuous improvement
Your Experience Includes
- At least 2-3 years of previous manufacturing and/or management experience
- You will bring a strong people management profile with demonstrated experience in all HR management aspects for the role
- Demonstrating a successful track record of managing a team of people against goals and targets in a pressurized work environment
You May Also Have
- You might have a recognized management qualification
Some of our employee benefits you will receive if you are successful:
Health
- Private Healthcare, for employees and dependents
- Company sick pay and medical leave
- Occupational healthcare service
- Employee assistance programs
- Group income protection
- On-site gym/exercise classes/personal trainer
Work Life Balance
- Annual leave
- Flexible working hours
- Part-time working
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Enhanced paternity pay
- Bereavement leave
Finance
- Pension – employer contributory scheme
- Life assurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Competitive base pay
- Company bonus scheme
- Reward and recognition
- Employee savings scheme
- Perks at work discount programs
- Employee discount scheme
- Pay for civil/jury duty
Career
- Degree/non-degree assistance
- Externally accredited training and development opportunities
- Service awards
- Udemy learning
- Learning & development programs
Competitive starting salary with a 25% shift allowance. Plus, many other employee benefits!
Work Shifts
12-hour onsite shifts that include days and nights. (Working shift includes: - 4 nights on 4 days off, 2 days on 2 days off, 3 days on 3 days off, 3 nights 3 days off, 2 days on 2 days off). The rota will then repeat.
This is a Full-Time position working an average of 42 hours per week on-site.
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Please note that you must demonstrate on the application how you meet the criteria for the role as identified above. To facilitate shortlisting, the company reserves the right to apply enhanced criteria.
Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on 28th October 2026.
Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in the UK without the requirement to be sponsored by Seagate. This role does not meet the criteria set by the Home Office for sponsorship on a Skilled Worker Visa, as such sponsorship of this visa cannot be offered.
At Seagate, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. To see all vacancies that Seagate has available, please sign up - Register your interest in career updates with our Talent Network and to be considered for future opportunities: Seagate Careers
Seagate Technology is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of sex, marital status, religious affiliation, age, disability, or ethnic origin. The Company specifically welcomes applications from the protestant community who are currently underrepresented in this job category. All applications will be considered strictly on the basis of merit.
Location
Springtown, Northern Ireland.
Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturer; we’re proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work.
Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks at our subsidized on-site café.
Looking for an active break from your workday? We’ve got you covered. Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym.
Network with your colleagues through the Young Professionals Network, Women’s Leadership Group, the Carers Café (for caregivers of individuals with disabilities), Volunteer in the community with our support! Join our creative network, which includes a choir, foreign language classes, and even a cookery class!
Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate!
Location
Springtown, United Kingdom
Travel
None
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