We have a great opportunity to join our client in Greenwich as a Manufacturing Supervisor on a full-time, permanent basis.  

As the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will ensure the efficient running of the manufacturing line and Supervise a team to maximise people efficiency and delivery weekly output in a safe way and to the required quality.  

This role has a working shift pattern with day shifts and night shifts.  

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

• NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
• Previous supervisory or line management experience.
• Experience of managing of permanent and temporary staff.
• Experience of Lean manufacturing principles.
• Communication skills - written and oral.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Able to demonstrate excellent organizational skills – Able to plan production schedules and monitor materials availability.

JOB DESCRIPTION   

Process:

• Health of safety of staff is paramount, ensure all procedures and PPE is always followed.
• Quality of product needs to be adhered to and processes to build must be enforced. Operator audits to hit target.
• Implement and encourage a culture of continuous improvement, including process optimizations and waste reduction initiatives.
• Understand production processes and documentation & how they are used to assemble products.
• Ensure that all production orders are fully tracked, processed, and closed within the SAP system in a timely manner to maintain accurate production records and inventory control.
• Ensure all Tooling and Equipment used is correct and in good working order.
• Ensure all specs & drawings used are up to date.
• Manage departmental scrap, generating scrap notes when required, using the investigation tracking system (ITS).
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to schedule regular equipment maintenance and minimize downtime.
• Ensure all department permits are within date.

Planning and Reporting:

• Oversee the manufacture of products within the department to meet production plans, on time and to the right quality.
• Consult with Inventory Control to ensure material availability.
• Attend relevant meetings, ensuring you have relevant information.
• Maintain relevant metrics (dashboards & efficiencies).
• Keep team brief screens updated and ensure regular communication with teams.
• Monitor, manage and report teams’ performance.

Training:

• Ensure departmental training qualification/re-qualification plans are up to date.
• Ensure department Training Competency Records are up to date.
• Consult with Training Department, as necessary.
• Encourage and implement cross-training programs to increase workforce flexibility and resilience.
• Conduct & record yearly training reviews with departmental staff.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER   

Competitive salary, healthcare, medical insurance, 3% bonus and availability of overtime.