Shift Supervisor Machine Shop

A career in aerospace with a British engineering firm that is saving lives worldwide. When you work at Martin-Baker, you’re providing pilots with their last form of defence.

Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world’s most advanced military aircraft.

Our mission is simple - to save aircrew lives.

What you’ll be doing

An exciting opportunity has become available within our Machine Shop Department for a Shift Supervisor. You’ll play a key role in leading, mentoring and supporting an experienced team of Cell Operatives who undertake processes for the manufacture of parts on a variety of machine tools contributing to the success of ejector seats produced onsite, to ultimately save lives.

You will be involved in all aspects of the department from allocating work, monitoring KPI’s, reviewing productivity, conducting appraisals and be actively involved in the recruitment process whilst communicating departmental progress updates.

Characteristics & Skills

• Comprehensive experience of managing / leading people.
• Development and implementation of KPI’s.
• Experienced in driving team performance.
• Management of functional budgets.
• Experience of working in manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies desirable.

You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will keep advancing your understanding of leadership, harnessing your management skills and gaining seasoned industry experience.

• Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
• Personalised training and development plan.
• Cycle to work scheme, including e-bikes.
• Subsidised canteen

We believe in equal opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.

Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.

All candidates will be treated equally and fairly, regardless of their background, or any characteristic protected by law. Candidates will be selected entirely on their skills and competencies and in alignment with each role’s specifications and / or requirements. All published adverts will be aligned with the Company’s Diversity and Inclusion commitment.

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). For more information and guidance please visit