Production Senior Lead

Stamford, Cliffe Rd, Easton on the Hill, Stamford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Posted Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM | Expires Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:59 PM

Location: Easton on the Hill, Stamford

Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

Avtron is a global leader in the design and manufacture of Load Banks and Dynamo meters, supplying customers across the power generation, utilities, defence and industrial sectors. We are committed to engineering excellence, innovation and delivering quality products right first time.

We are looking for an experienced Production Senior Lead to provide leadership across our production function, driving operational performance, developing high performing teams and ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage production resources, workforce planning and operational performance to ensure customer commitments and manufacturing schedules are consistently achieved.
• Champion Health & Safety, Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste and optimise operational performance.
• Monitor KPIs, analyse production performance and implement corrective actions to improve quality, cost, delivery and labour efficiency.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning and Supply Chain teams to support new product introductions, resolve operational challenges and drive business objectives.

Job Requirements:

• Previous leadership experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Engineering or manufacturing qualification (NVQ Level 4, HNC or equivalent) or relevant industry experience.
• Strong leadership, organisational and people management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coach, develop and motivate teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Health & Safety and continuous improvement methodologies.

Why Join Avtron?

At Avtron, you'll become part of a collaborative engineering business where quality, innovation and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to influence supplier performance, support exciting engineering projects and develop your career within a growing global organisation.

Avtron is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.

Stamford, Cliffe Rd, Easton on the Hill, Stamford, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom