Manufacturing Operations Manager

1 month ago


Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom Kinetic PLC Full time

Kinetic Recruitment is currently resourcing for a Production Superintendent to work on site at our client's manufacturing facility in Gateshead. As Production Superintendent, you will report directly into the Production Manager and work closely with Management and Supervision on a daily basis, providing support and cover in Supervisory positions as and when business needs demand.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Learn and understand specialised manufacturing processes used within the business.
  2. Once trained, have the ability to switch from role to role as production and manning demands.
  3. Carry out Safety inspections, risk assessments, and develop company SOPs and COPs.
  4. Drive housekeeping improvements in all areas.
  5. Look for and develop production and quality improvements in all areas.
  6. Lead improvement teams and projects.
  7. Manage section Supervision to ensure shift reports, safety inspections, and operator checklists are completed on time.
  8. Work to achieve agreed daily production plan in line with agreed company KPIs.
  9. Weekly report of planned versus actual performance based on safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost.
  10. Liaise with machine shop on weekly returns and management of stock yard.
  11. Act as a mentor/champion to develop people and production management skills of Supervisors.
  12. Carry out investigations where employees' conduct, performance, or attendance is sub-standard.
  13. Flexibility to cover holidays, absence, and unforeseen circumstances is required, along with additional hours from time to time to meet departmental goals and KPIs.
Requirements:
  1. Proven experience leading and managing teams within manufacturing or engineering environments.

If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply via the link provided.



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