Production Supervisor

ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of staff within the Ostomy manufacturing team, ensuring the required standards of product quality and departmental efficiency are achieved. Ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Company Quality Management System and associated regulations. Managing and leading the manufacturing unit in line with business planning requirements working closely with staff delivering a harmonious and productive working environment. Working Pattern: Days: 08:30 - 17.30 Mon-Thurs & 8:30 - 13:00 Friday KEY ACTIVITIES Supervision Supervise staff in the Ostomy manufacturing department, ensuring the required standards of product quality and departmental efficiency are achieved. Ensuring all training records reflect skill base of workforce and training needs are addressed. Implement disciplinary procedures and policies as and when required. Conduct all return-to-work interviews, probation reviews and performance appraisals for production employees. Quality Control Meet all the Quality Management System requirements, including all aspects of record keeping and document control (ensuring compliance with and adherence to all Company Policies and Procedures). Participate as required in Internal Auditing of the Quality Management System when required, ensure that corrective actions are taken in the event of any adverse variances. Maintain a robust traceability system for the Production departments, maintaining Production Records in accordance with the Quality Management System. Continue to improve the use of the computer software systems relevant to the Manufacturing section to maintain stock accuracy/control plus traceability of components through the manufacturing processes. Ensure all tooling/machinery are maintained, repaired, and refurbished to meet the needs of the Business. Health and Safety Have input when generating Risk Assessment Data for all aspects of the Production Departments including all equipment and processes. Perform regular safety walks with operators within your Team, promoting a culture of Health and Safety. Ensure production staff have received a comprehensive health and safety training relevant to their role, including risk assessments, work instructions, proper handling of equipment, personal protective equipment and other safe working practices. Assist Production Manager/H&SE Manager in Incident Management by reporting and investigating workplace accidents, injuries, and near misses. Take appropriate corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Continuous Improvement Assist the Production Manager in identifying opportunities for process improvement, making recommendations where necessary, adopting a Continuous Improvement culture using LEAN manufacturing methods. Engender a culture of cleanliness and efficiency throughout the manufacturing environment, ensure that all operators and machinery perform to their optimum efficiency. Assist the Production Manager to achieve KPIs including efficiencies, resourcing, quality, waste, compliance and throughput. Other To adhere to the companys Ways of Working, Equal Opportunities policy and Dignity at Work policy in all activities and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the companys Health and Safety policy To adhere to the companys Quality policy and Environmental policy To undertake other duties as may be reasonably required KEY SKILLS Essential Previous Production Supervisory experience Significantly strong communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work as part of a team. Previous experience working within a QMS Desirable Leader with potential for further career development Previous experience within Medical Device Manufacturing KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS Internal Production Team Group Operations Team Reporting to the Production Lead/Manager External Project Team member Any visitors to the site Skills: Team Management Team Leadership Quality Control Health & Safety Continuous Improvement Lean Manufacturing

Location: Newtownards, GB

Posted Date: 11/29/2024