Production Supervisor

A new opportunity for a Team Leader has arisen within an exciting organisation.
Working as part of the manufacturing production team you will have previous experience of team leadership and ideally a minimum of 2 years’ experience within a manufacturing/engineering environment. You must be proficient in reading, understanding, and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications. A knowledge of metel fabrication and welding is essential as you will be managing medium sized fabrication team.
You should have a flexible approach, with the ability to motivate a team and prioritise effectively whilst working to strict targets and deadlines.you will be trusted partner responsible for ensuring that all manufactured products within the machining shop fully conform to customer requirements, whilst maintaining the company’s focus on safety, quality, cost and delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead team to manufacture products within required timescales and to the correct quality.
* Identify and countermeasure plan slippage, escalating the need for resource where required.
* Manage and minimise overtime to deliver projects within target costing.
* Provide clear direction to team members and ensure that the team deliver to the required standard.
* Ensure an effective handover between shifts making sure the team are clear on priorities and deadlines.
* Motivate and provide constructive feedback to team members and proactively manage performance identifying any training requirements.
* Ensure appropriate risk assessments for your area are in place and maintained.
* Ensure all Health & Safety policies in your area are adhered to at all times and that any actions identified through risk assessment are carried out with 100% compliance.
* Ensure correct asset care and operation of all equipment used within your area.
* Work closely with the Engineering and planning teams advising on build upon and supporting build sequence decisions.
* Attend and contribute to daily/weekly production meetings providing updates from your area.
* Ensure a high level of workplace organisation and housekeeping (5S) is maintained within area of control, leading by example and coaching team members to understand and reach required levels.
* Carry out route cause analysis on any quality concerns and implement countermeasures to prevent re occurrence.
The contract is a 37 hour per week day shift contract however there may be a requirement to work overtime and night shift as per business requirements.
Attributes & Skills:
You will naturally possess a flexible, enthusiastic approach with a can-do attitude and the ability to manage your time effectively whilst working to tight targets and deadlines. :
Essential requirements;
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail, focusing on quality at all times.
Self-motivated and confident when taking responsibility for all areas of work.
Can demonstrate a good understanding of metal and metal fabrication processes,
Flexibility to work shifts and overtime as required to support business needs.
Benefits Offered:
25 days holidays per year + Bank Holidays
Company Pension Scheme
Death in Service life insurance scheme
Personal Injury scheme
Health Cash Plan
Free electric charging points
Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work.
On-site parking
Early finish on a Friday
On-site canteen and takeaway with £4.00 lunch allowance per day.
Further training and personal development are offered with genuine career opportunities to progress of diversify into other aspects of the business.
If you feel that you have the necessary requirements for this role, please apply

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

Posted Date: 11/26/2024