JO-2605-565510
Production Shift Supervisor – Chemical Manufacturing
Dublin 12 | Rotating Shift Pattern (3 cycle Mon to Fri)
Cpl are delighted to be partnering with our client, a globally recognised leader within the Chemical Manufacturing sector, who are currently seeking to hire an experienced Production Shift Supervisor for their high-volume manufacturing facility based in Ballyfermot, Dublin 12.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Production Supervisor or Manufacturing Team Leader with experience in a highly regulated process manufacturing environment to join a well-established international organisation offering excellent career progression, advanced manufacturing exposure, and a market-leading salary and benefits package.
A key requirement for this role is that candidates will hold a 3rd level qualification in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Process Engineering, or another Chemistry-related discipline. Due to the complexity of the chemical manufacturing processes and the technical nature of the operation, this academic background is considered essential for success in the position.
The successful candidate will join a rotating 3‑cycle shift pattern:
Day Shift – Monday to FridayEvening Shift – Monday to FridayNight Shift – Monday to Thursday only
What’s on Offer
Market leading base salary30% shift premiumAnnual bonus 10% of base salaryPension (10% employer contribution)Healthcare – fully paid for employee, spouse and dependents
The Role
Reporting directly to the Plant Operations Manager, with a dotted reporting line to the Head of Continuous Improvement & Process Excellence, the Production Shift Supervisor will be responsible for leading and coordinating all shift production activities to ensure operational targets, safety standards, quality metrics and manufacturing KPIs are consistently achieved.
This position plays a critical leadership role within the site manufacturing operation and will involve driving production performance, continuous improvement initiatives, employee engagement and operational excellence across the plant.
The successful candidate will lead a team operating within a technically advanced chemical manufacturing environment and will be expected to optimise manufacturing processes, minimise downtime and support ongoing process improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, supervise and coordinate all production activities during shift operationsEnsure production schedules and manufacturing targets are achieved safely and efficientlyDrive operational performance across throughput, downtime reduction, waste reduction and changeover improvementsMaintain full compliance with all Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality and operational proceduresSupport continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologiesDevelop and motivate production teams to maximise engagement and performanceWork closely with Planning, Quality, Warehousing, Engineering and Process Excellence teams to achieve site objectivesMonitor and report on production KPIs and daily operational performanceEnsure all shift documentation, production records and site reports are accurately maintainedIdentify opportunities for process optimisation and cost reduction initiativesSupport engineering, maintenance and site service activities during shift operationsParticipate in operational improvement projects and manufacturing efficiency programmesEnsure adherence to GMP, BRC or other regulated manufacturing standards where applicable
Candidate Requirements
A 3rd level qualification is essential in one of the following disciplines: Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering with strong chemical/process manufacturing exposure, or another Chemistry or Process Manufacturing related discipline.Minimum 5 years’ experience in a production leadership or supervisory role within a regulated process manufacturing environmentStrong understanding of complex chemical manufacturing processes is essentialPrevious experience within industries such as Chemical Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Petrochemical, Food & Beverage Processing, Brewing / Distilling, GMP Controlled Manufacturing EnvironmentsProven people leadership and team management experienceExperience driving Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiativesLean / Six Sigma certification or practical experience highly desirableStrong understanding of manufacturing KPIs and operational performance managementExcellent problem-solving and decision‑making abilitiesStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast‑paced shift manufacturing environmentStrong IT skills including Microsoft Office and SAP experience desirableHealth & Safety qualification would be advantageousProject Management experience would also be beneficial
Application
Please visit our career site or contact shane.geeson@cpl.ie for more information.
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