Day Shift Production Supervisor

Listgrove; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Production Supervisor to oversee the extrusion machinery setup and operation. You will manage a team ensuring the highest standards of quality in production. The ideal candidate has experience leading teams and expertise in plastic mould tool setting. This role is full-time, on-site in Birmingham and offers the opportunity to develop your team members.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a production environment.
• Proficient in plastic mould tool setting, preferably in extrusion processes.
• Committed to quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 12 Setters on the day shift.
• Ensure production meets customer specifications.
• Configure extrusion lines for operation.

Skills

Team leadership

Plastic mould tool setting

Quality assurance

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT & HR EXPERTS ACROSS THE PLASTICS, PACKAGING, SPECIALITY CHEMICALS, LIFE SCIENCES, BIOPOLYMER, FOOD ADDITIVES & INGREDIENTS, ENERGY AND RECYCLING SECTORS SINCE 1975.

Day Shift Production Supervisor – Based in Birmingham

Job ref: JH/64403 | Sector: Plastics | Shift: 12 hour- 7am to 7pm | Function: Production | Location: Birmingham

Role Overview

As an Extrusion Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading the setup, operation and maintenance of extrusion machinery to produce hoses and ducting to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 12 Setters on day shift.
• Responsible for the production of PVC and PU products to the required customer specifications.
• Configure extrusion lines using proper tooling (dies, heads).
• Prepare machinery for operation through cleaning and assembly.
• Manage startups and shutdowns of extruders and related equipment.
• Work to job tickets and job specification sheets, accurately completing all production-related controlled documents, ensuring compliance to customer requirements and quality standards.
• Ensure finished product packaging is completed to specification.
• Completion of ad-hoc duties to meet the needs of the business, subject to appropriate training.
• Identify when issues require escalation to site management or maintenance.

Person Profile / Qualifications

• Experience leading teams.
• Plastic mould tool setting experience, preferably in extrusion processes.
• Committed to achieving excellence in both quality and line efficiency.
• Development of team members, supporting training and enquiries.
• Communicates in an open and honest manner, always demonstrating ethical and professional behaviours.
• Dependability - Takes personal ownership of all aspects of the job role.
• For UK roles, candidates must be eligible to work and live in the United Kingdom. Proof of eligibility will be required with your application.

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