Production Supervisor

Smiths Engineering; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Northern Ireland is seeking a production supervisor to manage daily operations in the workshop. The ideal candidate will have experience with CNC machining, strong leadership skills, and a background in an engineering or fabrication environment. Responsibilities include supervising staff, planning production, and ensuring quality standards. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills alongside a clean driving licence.

Qualifications

• Production related experience in an engineering/fabrication environment.
• Experience of CNC Machining and strong knowledge of CNC Milling.
• Experience in supervising staff and proven ability to lead and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the workshop on a day-to-day basis and support the team.
• Plan and schedule production to ensure efficient workflow.
• Monitor production processes to maximize efficiencies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Computer literate

Tools

CNC Machines (Heidenhain and Siemens controls)

Scheduling and planning tools

Job description

We are currently hiring for a production supervisor to join our team here at Smiths Engineering.

Reporting To: Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• To manage the workshop on a day-to-day basis, supervising and supporting the work of the team
• Experience of running CNC machines unsupervised with the ability to read and understand drawings
• Help/Assist operations with the planning & scheduling of production to ensure efficient workflow and utilization of all available assets
• Assist with the training of new and existing staff
• Monitor production processes to maximise efficiencies and minimise waste throughout the plant
• Assist in the improvement of quality systems and ensure that good manufacturing processes are followed throughout the plant
• Ensure that raw materials used are of the prescribed standard and that products are consistent
• Maintain high levels of housekeeping and safety throughout the workshop
• Continually monitor internal systems in preparation and finishing areas
• Manage production staff, monitor staff performance and determination to drive for high personal standards in self
• Maintain appropriate records

Relevant Knowledge & Experience

• Production related experience gained in an engineering/fabrication environment
• Experience of CNC Machining (Heidenhain and Siemens controls)
• Strong Knowledge of CNC Milling
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation
• Extensive knowledge of working with scheduling and planning tools.
• Experience in supervising staff and proven ability to lead and motivate a team

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Results focused with ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to read and understand drawings
• Computer literate

Circumstances

• Available to work flexible hours as required
• Clean driving licence

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