Production Supervisor / Shift Manager

Shift Manager / Production Supervisor required to work with a well established manufacturing organisation who is part of a larger global group in their field.

They have been based in the South Wales area for a long time and the group they are part of have got a number of sites based within the South Wales area. This represents an opportunity to obtain an excellent salary for the shift pattern involved with a secure employer.

Salary: £38,400inc shift all + benefits + OT
3 shift pattern, Mon-Fri – no weekends

The Role: Shift Manager / Production Supervisor

Shift Manager / Production Supervisor will report to the Production Manager leading a team of around 20 staff, focusing on 5S, OEE, reducing downtime and lean improvements. Also responsible for: –

Ensure quality of finished goods

Ensure the internal quality – ‘right first time’

Line stopped to fix problem rather than produce scrap

Ensure resources are available to meet the production plan – manning and materials – and the plan is implemented effectively

Standard manning maintained

Measure and ensure production efficiency targets are met for the line

Operational data is measured and recorded

Ensure the team are fully trained and flexible to meet production requirements

Coordinate the communication both to the team and from the team to the Mgr and appropriate departments

Audit and communicate the general performance of the line by implementation of Kaizen

Manage absence control through effective communication and conducting return to work interviews

Manage performance issues through effective pro active use of managerial tools.

Responsible for dealing with 1st stage disciplinary issues after managing thorough detailed investigation.

The Candidate: Shift Manager / Production Supervisor

Candidates will ideally have supervisory experience gained within the automotive sector.
Knowledge of 5S, OEE and lean is essential.
Strong people management skills and a modern progressive style of management are essential.