Production Supervisor

Nelipak Healthcare Packaging; Galway; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Fund

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Insurance

Parking

Company Events

Job summary

Nelipak Healthcare Packaging is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Evening Shift to lead Product Builders, General Operatives and Team Leads. The role focuses on safety, quality, lean manufacturing, productivity and continuous improvement across the shift while delivering on-time, in-full output.

You will develop training programs, monitor KPIs, and ensure compliance with GMP and customer quality standards, fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a production or manufacturing supervisory role.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.
• Strong health & safety, quality awareness and customer focus in production operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Product Builders/General Operatives and Team Leads to achieve quality, cost, delivery and safety targets.
• Drive Health & Safety, Quality, lean manufacturing, productivity and continuous improvement on the shift.
• Coach, mentor and develop staff; conduct performance management as required.
• Promote a culture of open communication and cross-functional collaboration across Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance and Supply Chain.

Skills

People management

Change leadership

Communication

Team development

Education

Leaving Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Production Supervisor (Evening Shift) is responsible for leading a team of Product Builders/General Operatives and Team Leads to achieve operational objectives in the areas of Quality, Cost, Delivery, Supply, Safety, and People. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills, together with a comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes. The Production Supervisor drives Health & Safety, Quality, lean manufacturing, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives across their shift.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all company Health and Safety policies and procedures and take responsibility for all health and safety matters within the assigned shift.
• Ensure that product is manufactured to the Quality standards required by our customers through compliance and GMP.
• Ensure employees are appropriately trained, competent in their roles, and that all training activities are accurately documented and maintained.
• Develop and implement training programmes that maximise cross-training, workforce flexibility, and operational capability while maintaining quality, safety, and productivity standards.
• Ensure production volume requirements are achieved On Time in Full (OTIF), within budget, and in accordance with the required production schedule mix.
• Effectively manage employee performance through coaching, mentoring, development, performance monitoring, and the implementation of appropriate performance management actions where necessary.
• Encourage open, two-way communication regarding individual, team, and company objectives through regular team meetings and daily engagement on the production floor.
• Develop operational plans in collaboration with the Production manager to ensure alignment with site objectives and the overall Operations strategy.
• Lead structured problem-solving initiatives and drive cross-functional collaboration between Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to eliminate waste and improve operational performance.
• Promote and sustain a culture of continuous improvement that supports the Quality Policy, Quality Management System, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain visual management systems to support operational performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead and actively participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events, and other continuous improvement activities.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to achieve operational targets.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong people management experience, including coaching, employee development, succession planning, and performance management.
• Proven ability to lead teams through change, continuous improvement initiatives, and operational challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, engage, and develop employees while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.
• Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships across Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other support functions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, engage, and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Proven track record of delivering results through effective leadership in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost, and operational performance.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple competing demands.
• High level of attention to detail, problem-solving capability, and decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and resilient, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong team-working skills with a commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in a production or manufacturing supervisory role.
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification; fluent English, written and spoken.
• Strong Communication with Supervisory and Management Training, and Health & Safety excellence, Quality awareness, and a strong Customer Focus across all production operations.
• Open & Honest Communication alongside a deep Team Orientation to achieve our shared manufacturing goals.

Evening Shift Hours: Monday - Wednesday, 4:30pm - 2:30am Thursday, 4:30pm - 1:30am

Skills: GMP & Cleanroom Compliance Team Leadership & Development Line Clearance & Quality Audits Health & Safety Enforcement Manufacturing Operations

Benefits: Pension Fund Employee Assistance Progamme Health Insurance Parking Company Events TPBN1_IJ