Job Title:
A manufacturing supervisor is required to manage a team of production operatives in a complex, make-to-order manufacturing environment.
This role requires a dynamic and hands-on individual to lead daily team briefings, manage production scheduling, and ensure optimal allocation of staff.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coaching team members during downtime, monitoring performance, and driving lean manufacturing behaviours.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a progressive, lean-driven manufacturing business and shape how we engage and grow our workforce.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead a team of production operatives in a respectful and consistent manner.
* Run daily team briefings and provide clear direction for the shift.
* Manage daily production scheduling and ensure optimal allocation of staff.
* Proactively coach team members during downtime to keep value flowing.
* Monitor team performance, attendance, and attitude; take corrective action when needed with calm authority.
* Collaborate with maintenance and planning to minimise downtime and ensure smooth flow of materials.
* Drive lean manufacturing behaviours and encourage continuous improvement thinking.
* Report issues, suggest improvements, and track key production metrics.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* A strong people manager who can build rapport and respect within the team.
* A confident communicator who can be strict but fair.
* Prior experience in a make-to-order, high-changeover manufacturing setting (lean experience preferred).
* Practical understanding of scheduling, time management, and process flow.
* Comfortable navigating PC tools such as Word and Excel.
* Mechanically minded; experience in the woodworking or similar industry a plus.
* Proven reliability, honesty, and a proactive mindset.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and opportunity for career progression.
* Work in a progressive, lean-driven manufacturing business.
* Be part of a close-knit leadership team driving positive change.
* Opportunity to shape how we engage and grow our workforce.
About Us
We are a 50-year-old progressive work surface manufacturer making worktops for the domestic Irish market and exporting lightweight components for the leisure industry.