Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Production Leader
Working Pattern: Shift work - 3 shift rotation
Working location: Winsford Onsite full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Leader to join us at Rolls-Royce Distributed Generation Systems (RRDGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Rolls-Royce based in Winsford UK.
As a Production Leader you will be responsible for leading, inspiring and coaching a Production team of Mechanical Fitters and Wiring Technicians within a defined manufacturing cell. You will be accountable for ensuring that customer commitments are met in accordance with agreed HS&E, quality, cost, delivery, people and responsiveness standards.
Why Rolls-Royce?
Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.
We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be part of the RRDGS management team, supporting both existing and future customers across our growing portfolio of electrical switchboard manufacturing with future growth plans into maintenance, repair and overhaul of power packs for the rail industry.
We'll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
This role will provide you with the opportunity to participate in the management of the RRDGS business as we embark on an exciting phase of change which will transform and develop the business into some new markets and acquire new capabilities as we do so. This will provide some fantastic growth and development opportunities for both the RRDGS business and for you to make a difference and grow new skills and experiences personally.
What we offer
We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
What you will be doing
Working in our Distributed Generation Systems business, you'll be leading the teams responsible for assembling new electrical switchboards for highly prestigious projects and for maintaining customer equipment within some of the wide-ranging industries within which Rolls-Royce operates.
Who we're looking for:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
To be successful in this role you will need to:
We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we'll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.
You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people Rolls-Royce
Closing date: 20/10/2025
Type of Contract
PermanentPandoLogic.
Job Title: Production Leader
Working Pattern: Shift work - 3 shift rotation
Working location: Winsford Onsite full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Production Leader to join us at Rolls-Royce Distributed Generation Systems (RRDGS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Rolls-Royce based in Winsford UK.
As a Production Leader you will be responsible for leading, inspiring and coaching a Production team of Mechanical Fitters and Wiring Technicians within a defined manufacturing cell. You will be accountable for ensuring that customer commitments are met in accordance with agreed HS&E, quality, cost, delivery, people and responsiveness standards.
Why Rolls-Royce?
Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.
We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be part of the RRDGS management team, supporting both existing and future customers across our growing portfolio of electrical switchboard manufacturing with future growth plans into maintenance, repair and overhaul of power packs for the rail industry.
We'll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
This role will provide you with the opportunity to participate in the management of the RRDGS business as we embark on an exciting phase of change which will transform and develop the business into some new markets and acquire new capabilities as we do so. This will provide some fantastic growth and development opportunities for both the RRDGS business and for you to make a difference and grow new skills and experiences personally.
What we offer
We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
What you will be doing
Working in our Distributed Generation Systems business, you'll be leading the teams responsible for assembling new electrical switchboards for highly prestigious projects and for maintaining customer equipment within some of the wide-ranging industries within which Rolls-Royce operates.
- Focusing on safety and compliance, ensure all Production work follows procedures and meets standards while fostering a safety-first culture.
- Driving a zero-defects mindset by reducing risks, improving processes, and enhancing team skills.
- Leading, developing and motivating a Production team to build a skilled and effective workforce.
- Optimising cost, delivery, and quality to enhance production performance and operational efficiency.
- Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and growth by streamlining processes to drive excellence.
Who we're looking for:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
To be successful in this role you will need to:
- Have proven experience managing teams in a high-end production, manufacturing, or logistics environment.
- Have a safety and quality focus with commitment to maintaining high safety standards and delivering quality outputs.
- Know how to motivate and develop teams to enhance performance and drive success.
- Always think ahead to ensure teams have the tools and support they need.
- Be comfortable managing diverse tasks, priorities, and IT systems daily.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives which are crucial to innovation and problem solving. We believe the more diverse perspectives we have, the more successful we'll be. By building a culture of caring and belonging, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.
You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people Rolls-Royce
Closing date: 20/10/2025
Type of Contract
PermanentPandoLogic.
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