Factory Supervisor (225-803)

The Factory Supervisor is a crucial role within the manufacturing industry, responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of production processes while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. This position requires a proactive individual with strong leadership skills, capable of coordinating staff, overseeing production schedules, and streamlining operations to meet efficiency targets. The Factory Supervisor must have a keen eye for detail, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a hands-on approach to managing daily tasks and long-term projects. With the goal of optimizing productivity and minimizing waste, this role involves working closely with different departments to ensure all customer requirements and production deadlines are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily factory operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to schedules.
• Manage and coordinate the activities of production staff and team leaders.
• Implement health and safety standards to maintain a safe working environment.
• Monitor production processes to detect deviations from quality standards.
• Ensure that all production tasks are performed within set timelines and budgets.
• Liaise with supply chain management to ensure the timely receipt of materials.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance productivity.
• Train and mentor new staff to maintain high performance and morale.
• Collect and analyze production data to generate meaningful weekly reports.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to address defects and production issues.
• Maintain and schedule regular maintenance of factory equipment and machinery.
• Establish communication channels for effective flow of information across departments.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong understanding of production management and process improvement techniques.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to manage diverse teams effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage production schedules efficiently.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and ability to enforce compliance.
• Proficiency in production management software and tools is highly desirable.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and high attention to detail are a must.