Unit Leader

Artifex Interior Systems is pleased to confirm the below opportunity within our business: 

Unit Leader 

This position is on a 3-shift rotation, rotating weekly between nights (22:00-06:00), afternoons (14:00-22:00) and mornings (06:00-14:00).

Main purpose of the job

The Unit Leader will supervise and control the allocated Operational Processes & Personnel to ensure production targets are met, while managing the unit in a cost-effective manner and to budget constraints. 

Responsible to drive forward their designated areas and assist in any associated activities in order to effectively meet all key measurable objectives and targets, including ensuring employees are fully aware of Health & Safety processes and procedures. 

Main missions and results

• Supervise Lead Operator / Trainer / General Operators, communicating clearly and honestly and ensuring transparency in performance and issue reporting 

• Responsible for update of crewing board at start of shift and aligning operational heads to meet customer build plan, identifying opportunities for labour sharing or agency reduction 

• Perform shift handover covering all necessary KPI’s / aspects of the unit performance 

• Promote a collaborative and inclusive team environment, encouraging teamwork and shared ownership of objectives 

• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance safety, quality and efficiency 

• Liaise with support departments to obtain required resource / activity to solve issues 

• Manage data accuracy within unit and adherence to quality standards / cycle times / process methods / production and scrap booking etc. 

• Monitor / manage job pack adherence, ensuring completion before starting Production 

• Ensure all employees are trained within unit, enabling the part to be produced and shipped, defect free 

• Manage all Health & Safety aspects of your unit (your skills must include First Aid at Work – training will be provided), ensuring all company health and safety procedures are followed 

• Operate 5M methodology by unit, covering all packaging and BOP, including use of Shoplogix / Mattec 

• Manage staff attendance via Timeware / Return to work process etc. 

• Ensure timely resolution of any HR issues 

• Supervise area/s in the absence of the Shift Manager 

• Attend any training and development courses as required to maximise role 

• Box and part label printing as required 

Preferred skills and experience

Essential 

• ILM Level 3 in Management and IOSH trained (or equivalent), or willing to work towards 

• Numerate and literate to minimum O Level / GCSE “C” 

• Experience of leading within an Automotive unionised environment and dealing with conflict 

• Influencing and persuasive style with a “Can Do” attitude with propensity to problem solve 

• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks on shift 

• Flexible and adaptable 

• Motivational and coaching approach to team 

• Demonstrates respectful and professional communication, listening actively and treating others fairly 

• Computer literate plus Microsoft packages 

• Excellent communication skills at all levels 

• Ability to analyse data 

Desirable 

• Problem solving training 

• First Aid training 

• Fire warden training 

• Knowledge of starting, stopping and purging injection moulding machines 

• Mattec / Shoplogix, RFGen and Deviation system knowledge (training provided) 

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies – 5S, Kaizen, SMED etc 

Note: this is not an exhaustive list. All employees are expected to show flexibility and continued self-development to meet the ever-changing needs of the business. All job descriptions / vacancy notices will be subject to continual development. 

Internal closing date: Monday, 6th July 2026. Please note if you apply after this date that you may still be progressed, but depending on the volume of applications we are unable to guarantee the ability to accommodate. 

Artifex Interior Systems Limited is an equal opportunities employer committed to eliminating discrimination and fostering an inclusive culture for all. Our aim is that our employees will be truly representative of all sections of society, that they feel respected and able to perform at their best. We are committed to creating an environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all our colleagues is recognised. 

Interested? 

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV with your contact details. 

If this job isn't quite what you are looking for but you are looking for a new position within Automotive, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.