Cell Leader (Parachute Packing Team)

Cell Leader – Parachute Packing Denham | £47,000 - £51,000 | Permanent | Days We're recruiting a Cell Leader for a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Denham. You'll be leading a team of approximately 10 people in the parachute packing department, managing all functional activities and ensuring safety-critical work meets the highest standards of airworthiness and quality. What you'll be doing: Leading and managing a team responsible for parachute packing operations Driving team performance against KPIs and ensuring compliance with airworthiness and quality standards Managing people including recruitment, induction, performance, development, and engagement Developing and implementing departmental procedures and monitoring compliance Managing absence, time and attendance, and conducting return-to-work processes Handling employee relations including appraisals, development plans, and disciplinary matters where required Ensuring all H&S regulations are adhered to including risk assessments, COSHH, and safe systems of work Leading continuous improvement activities including 5S initiatives Managing workload, delegating tasks, and ensuring team has the support to excel Reviewing and approving expenses, timesheets, and holiday requests What you need: Proven experience managing people Experience working in a manufacturing environment Strong organisational skills Computer skills (SAP or equivalent systems, Microsoft Office) Numerical abilities - interpreting graphs and analysing trend data Experience managing health and safety procedures School-level qualifications in English and Maths Ability to lead teams with integrity and a willingness to learn and grow Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and management training are desirable. Martin-Baker product knowledge is advantageous but not essential. What's on offer: £47,000 - £51,000 per annum Days-based: 08:00-17:00 Mon-Thu / 08:00-12:00 Fri Strong benefits package Genuine progression opportunities Stable, long-term work with over a decade of secured contracts Training provided on Control of Explosives Regulations This is a permanent leadership position with a leading name in aerospace manufacturing. You'll be managing safety-critical operations where quality, compliance, and team performance are essential. Data Protection Notice: By applying for this position, you consent to Recruit Engineering processing and storing your personal data, including your CV, contact details, and any other relevant information, for the purpose of providing work-finding services. This consent includes forwarding your details to our clients and storing your information on our recruitment software database. Your consent will last for two years, and you can withdraw it at any time by contacting us in writing or via email