Production Supervisor

Brief Job Description:

We are seeking to recruit an ambitious and motivated Production Supervisor to join our manufacturing operation. The successful candidate will be rewarded with a market-leading salary, excellent opportunities for development, and will have an opportunity to become a key part of the ongoing success of one of Ireland’s leading engineering companies.

Reporting to the APU Manager within the remit of the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor will be responsible for numerous teams under the general direction of the Production Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, improving and motivating staff to achieve the various objectives and goals of the company. They will focus on Total Production Efficiency (TPE). The output of key component manufacturing and associated responsibilities for planning, executing, monitoring and improving CNC Machining Operations, Feeder Processes, Machine Shop Production, Powder Line and overall performance management of 3 rotating shifts. The Production Supervisor will be self-motivated with a strong background in production supervision within a fast-paced production environment where they have had responsibility for production, quality, performance management, employee relations, recruitment & selection, and health & safety.

You will be responsible for the unit management of all aspects of 30+ personnel under the general supervision of the Production Manager. It will be your responsibility to manage, improve performance and motivate staff at your disposal efficiently to achieve the various objectives and goals of the business. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a good understanding of operational performance metrics (KPIs) and analysis, and some experience in commercial awareness are required.

Responsibilities and Measurement Criteria with Time investment Needed on Each:

(This will describe the overall core responsibilities of the role, decision making responsibilities etc.)

- A minimum of 5 years of Senior supervision / Management experience in a Production / manufacturing environment.

- Experience in ERP/MRP electronic production control systems.

- Proven track record of providing leadership to achieve production targets within a customer-focused company.

- Strong background of working to industry standard KPIs that assist with meeting business goals.

- Extensive experience in people management requirements, from identifying training needs/performance assessment to maximizing output, dispute resolution, and employee engagement processes.

- Demonstrated record of Health & Safety awareness within a factory environment.

- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels.

- Communicate daily with Production Manager, Scheduler Team Leaders, Team Lead Support, Project Engineers, Logistics, and stores personnel to ensure deadlines are met and products shipped on time.

- Conduct disciplinary meetings, return-to-work interviews and reviews with the team.

Qualifications:

Required/ Minimum Qualifications:

- Have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a supervisory position.

- Have a recognized mechanical or electrical qualification

Additional / Preferred Qualifications:

- Proven track record of providing leadership to achieve production targets.

- Experience in setting up high-volume production lines.

Physical & Environmental Requirements: (To be used majorly for manufacturing jobs.)

- Ability to stand, walk, and move around production areas for extended periods.

- Ability to lift/carry up to [insert weight] as required.

- Exposure to industrial environments (noise, heat, machinery moving parts) with required PPE.

Time Travel Needed:

- None