Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Hunter Selection; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Wales is seeking a Production Manager to oversee operations and ensure production meets customer demand. The role involves training staff, implementing LEAN practices, and managing vendor relationships. Candidates should have significant LEAN process knowledge and strong leadership skills. The position offers a starting salary between £40,000 and £50,000, along with opportunities for technical advancement and a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Enhanced Company Pension

Flexible Working

Opportunities for technical advancement

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of quality control principles.
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct review of outstanding POs to ensure production meets customer demand.
• Manage vendor performance for stock turn and quality accuracy.
• Train and supervise staff to maximize output efficiency.

Skills

Process control

LEAN manufacturing processes

Leadership skills

Data analysis

Job description

A well-established and successful manufacturer, this company is recognised as the market-leading brand within the industry and has a reputation for quality and innovation that is supported by its excellent technical team.

Role & Responsibilities

• Conduct consistent review of outstanding PO's to ensure production and customer demand is maintained
• Esurance that all production requirements are met and customer delivery achieved OTIF
• Review vendor performance and manage the relationships to achieve a maximum stock turn and quality accuracy
• Liaise with internal staff to manage min/max settings and vendors
• Ensure stock condition and layout is maximised to ensure quality pick/pack and delivery
• Liaise with other engineers to develop and implement systems and processes that improve overall production operations - utilising LEAN practices.
• Maintain zero lost time status and ensure working practises are followed within the area and team
• Train, mentor, and supervise staff to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and maximum output efficiency.
• Set department objectives & KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Ability to provide and delivery process control to situations
• Hands on, foot forward thinker with genuine desire to grow the role and department
• Strong knowledge of LEAN manufacturing processes and quality control principles
• Proven track record of implementing continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiencies.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to lead, motivate and inspire a team
• Strong engineering knowledge and understanding - with a hands-on approach.
• Proficient in analysis of data, identifying trends, and making data-driven decisions.
• Courage to challenge and speak up when faced with resistance.

Benefits Package

• A starting salary between 40'000 to 50'000
• Opportunities for technical advancement
• Enhanced Company Pension
• Flexible Working

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