Job Specification

The Role

• Will be working on a day shift system.
• You will be responsible for a specific area of the manufacturing set up.
• You will manage all aspects of the production process.
• The role is necessary to set the standards and targets that will push operational excellence to ensure that the production process will meet customer and business requirements.
• The successful applicant will be expected to develop lead and coach staff.
• Manage overall department performance in line with company targets.
• Identify and eliminate waste within area of responsibility together with direct report and supporting departments.
• Lead and facilitate improvement projects. Managing through teamwork and continuous improvement methodology.
• Identify capital improvement opportunities and provide justification report.
• Provide cross functional support to other production areas.
• Main point of contact for supporting departments to review and develop resolutions as well as prioritising planned work activity
• Facilitate departmental reviews and present at Operations Meetings.
• Manage and maintain high levels of discipline and consistency.
• Evaluate training and development plans for dept. team.

The Person

• Previous Supervisory/Shift Management experience is essential.
• You will ideally be degree qualified
• Knowledge of manufacturing or assemble process would be highly advantageous. 
• An extensive knowledge of continues improvements.       
• You should be self-motivated and have the flexibility to deal with all individual and team situations/behaviours.         
• You should be able to motivate others with your advice and experience.  
• Initiative and strong communication, interpersonal, organisation and problem solving skills. 
• A recognised qualification in supervisory management would be an advantage.

The Benefits

• Competitive basic salary.
• Fantastic senior career opportunity.
• The opportunity to be working for a forward-thinking business.
• Chance to work permanent day shift.
• If interested please email a CV to liam.marsden@mtrec.co.uk or call him on 0191 242 5617.