Team Leader of Value Streams

Lead People. Drive Performance. Shape the Future of Advanced Technology.

At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we are enabling the world's leading innovators to develop the next generation of semiconductor devices, quantum technologies, medical diagnostics, and sustainable energy solutions.

We are looking for an inspiring Team Leader, Value Streams to join our Manufacturing team in Severn Beach, Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced production or manufacturing leader to take ownership of a high-performing team within a world-class technology environment.

As a key member of our Operations team, you will lead and develop technicians within a designated value stream, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of production and test activities. You'll play a critical role in driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and employee development while helping us achieve ambitious business objectives.

Reporting to the Value Stream Manager, you will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing colleagues to deliver exceptional customer outcomes and support the continued growth of our business.

What You'll Be Doing

As Team Leader, you will:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of skilled technicians within your value stream.
• Create a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Drive performance against key operational metrics including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity.
• Coach and support team members through regular feedback, mentoring, and performance development activities.
• Champion Lean manufacturing principles and identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other departments to ensure customer requirements are consistently achieved.
• Support the implementation of new products, business initiatives, and manufacturing projects.
• Represent Manufacturing during customer visits and external audits.
• Contribute to maintaining industry accreditations and compliance standards.
• Support the deployment of business strategy and operational objectives across the value stream.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a leader who combines strong people management skills with a passion for operational excellence.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience leading and developing technicians or technical teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience managing performance, setting objectives, and driving team engagement.
• Ability to influence, motivate, and inspire others to achieve business goals.
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Confident using IT systems and production-related software.

Desirable Qualifications

• Engineering Degree, Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent practical experience.
• Lean Green Belt qualification or equivalent continuous improvement certification.
• Experience in a high-technology, high-complexity, low-volume manufacturing environment.

The Person

You'll be someone who:

• Leads by example and demonstrates integrity in everything you do.
• Puts customer satisfaction at the heart of decision-making.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving complex challenges.
• Embraces innovation and continuously seeks better ways of working.
• Builds strong relationships across teams and functions.
• Takes ownership and delivers results with urgency and accountability.
• Understands the broader business impact of operational decisions.

Why Join Oxford Instruments?

At Oxford Instruments, you'll be part of a global organisation developing technologies that help solve some of society's biggest challenges.

Our plasma process solutions enable breakthroughs in areas such as:

• Semiconductor manufacturing
• Quantum computing
• Medical devices and diagnostics
• Advanced communications
• Sustainable transportation and electric vehicles

This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative, innovative environment where your leadership will directly influence business performance and employee success.

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we provide:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Half-day finish every Friday
• Private healthcare
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
• Share Incentive Plan
• Flexible benefits package tailored to your lifestyle
• Structured career development and progression opportunities
• Ongoing learning and professional development support
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

Apply today and help shape the future of advanced manufacturing at Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology.