Supvr - Operations

2 months ago


South Witham, United Kingdom Matthews International Full time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Supvr - Operations manages all aspects of the assigned department, providing knowledge, equipment, and staffing to ensure that product of optimal quality is produced efficiently and in a timely manner.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages daily operations of assigned department either directly or through subordinate supervisors.
• Uses appropriate techniques to reduce material, labor and overhead costs and constantly seeks to improve productivity through efficient utilization of all resources in department.
• Observes machines and equipment for malfunction and orders adjustments or repairs. Directs workers to make adjustments or repairs. Maintains good working conditions- a safe, clean work place and adequate facilities to help each employee do their job effectively.
• Establishes action plans for self and others to accomplish specific objectives; planning proper assignments of personnel and allocating the appropriate resources.
• Provides leadership guidance and encourages teamwork among supervisory personnel.
• Maintains time and production records.
• Provides operation and productivity reports for assigned Department.
• Ensures employees are trained and/or cross trained to meet objective production goals for the plant operations.
• Ensures that departmental procedures are followed, and accurate records maintained.
• Selects and develops capable and quality conscious work force.
• Expedites orders which are identified as priority orders by sales and marketing in the office and production control in plant.
• Performs activities of workers supervised. Keeps abreast of technical changes and advances related to the assigned Department.
• Provides daily guidance, coordination, and discipline to all aspects of the assigned Department to meet objectives.
• Develops standards of performance and conducts annual reviews for all subordinates. Discusses performance problems with individuals requiring motivation or discipline.
• Reassigns personnel as workloads necessitate.
• Maintains prescribed records, makes reports, approves time sheets, and authorizes time adjustments.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of employee(s) to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished. Mentors, coaches, trains and develops team.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field
• Previous operations experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a leadership role (direct or indirect); Prior managerial/supervisory experience preferred
• Periodic travel is required, including the potential for international travel
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting

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