Senior Supervisor - Manufacturing Operations

TalentBurst; Richmond; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Supervisor for Manufacturing Operations in Richmond, England. This full-time position involves planning shift activities, coaching team members, and optimizing performance in alignment with production goals. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a relevant setting and a high school diploma. Preferred qualifications include people leadership and lean manufacturing experience. A commitment to safety and a diverse, inclusive environment is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, military, or similar setting.
• Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong process and personal safety awareness required.

Responsibilities

• Plan shift activities and resources to optimize performance.
• Coach, develop, and provide feedback to team members.
• Ensure compliance with established Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

People leadership

Lean Manufacturing Operations

Process safety awareness

Digital tools navigation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Senior Supervisor - Manufacturing Operations

Richmond, Virginia
Full time

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE ROLE.

Responsibilities

• Plans shift activities and resources to optimize performance in line with production goals; Communicates shift performance (safety, production, quality, etc.) goals, metrics and outcomes to team members; Builds an understanding of the team's contribution to the shift/site/business goals.
• Operates with Excellence by engaging team members to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, eliminate waste, remove barriers, and build a sense of ownership and pride.
• Responsible for coaching and holding team accountable for safety, behavior, performance, and quality.
• Coaches, develops and provides performance feedback to team members to build capabilities, align on expectations and improve team effectiveness.
• Hires, retains and develops talent to meet current and future capabilities; Promotes a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.
• Partners with leaders to stay informed of the business strategy and needs.
• Effectively communicate and implement site directions and messages to team ensuring the work alignment is clear.
• Documents and completes administrative requirements timely and efficiently.
• Ensures work is completed per published schedule.
• Facilitates team processes, including problem solving and issue resolution.
• Leads or participates in EHS & Quality investigations and determines appropriate corrective action.
• Ensures employees comply with established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitors and makes adjustments to controllable costs for shift (i.e. overtime, operating supplies).
• Completes Leader Standard Work practices, including frequent line walks.
• Initiates awards and recognition for individuals and/or teams, and celebrates area's accomplishments.
• Organizes and manages staffing levels to ensure adequate support for production needs.
• Addresses personnel issues on shift effectively.
• Able to provide coverage on weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays as scheduled, on a regular basis; Able to work overtime as needed.
• Embraces and role models Core Values.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, military, or similar setting.
• People leadership preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing Operations experience or training.
• Process and personal safety awareness.
• Ability to learn and navigate with digitally enabled tools, systems such as MS Outlook, Email, Teams, Timekeeping systems, reporting tools or similar.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.