The shift supervisor is responsible for production output and supervising the operatives on the shift and ensuring compliance on the shift with company policy and procedures and product specifications. He/she is also responsible for safety and ensuring that the work is being conducted in a safe manner in accordance with the company's policy and procedures and Irish legislation. The person will have a technical background, maybe a fitter or mechanic by trade, and will have worked in a manufacturing environment previously. Experience in Injection moulding machines would also be a distinct advantage.
He/she will be responsible for the smooth operation of the production machines on the shift. This will involve troubleshooting, fine-tuning of process and fixing machine breakdowns. It will also involve removing and setting up moulds in machines.
The production output encompasses the quality of the output and the quantity produced. The Quality of the product is paramount: it must comply with documented specification. Production is high volume, low cost. Margins on product are very tight - it is essential that production is right first time.
The supervisor will also be responsible for supervising and managing all operatives on the shift.
Remuneration is dependent upon qualifications/experience.
Duties are as follows:
* Produce the product according to agreed Quality standards and specifications.
* Maximise Output without compromising quality.
* Mould changeovers, machine maintenance, fix breakdowns, fault finding and process optimisation.
* Supervise, motivate and develop employees to achieve maximum output to a standard that complies with specifications and standards. Train employees so that they can carry out their responsibilities and also ensure that training is refreshed where required. Responsible for recording training.
* Manage employees in a fair and reasonable manner and refer all disciplinary matters to management. Complete performance appraisals of operatives.
* Comply with company policy and procedures and ensure that all cleanroom and hygiene regulations are adhered to at all times.
* Responsible for safe work environment and ensure all safety rules and regulations are complied with. Provide Safety training to employees under direct control.
* Organise and plan production to ensure that it is achieved in a cost-effective and efficient manner. Ensure that all paperwork is completed correctly and in a timely fashion.
* Monitor and review:
* Product quality – ensuring that all sampling and testing is performed,
* Production output,
* Reject levels,
* Non-conforming product produced,
* Operator performance.
* Ensure adequate raw materials are in the system for the duration of shift and the start of the next shift.
* Effective and informative Shift handovers.
The individual must be hard working and must have the ability to prioritise work and meet challenges head on. The work environment is busy and varied. Organisational, planning, and effective communication skills are necessary to fulfil this role. A self-starter with bundles of initiative is also a requirement. He/she must be flexible and willing to work late or start early on occasions. The company operates seven days per week, 24 hours per day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €35,000.00-€50,000.00 per year
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person