Production Supervisor Job OverviewMy client are a manufacturer of interiors for the automotive industry and are looking for a Production Supervisor to join their team on a 3-shift pattern.Responsibilities include:Line manager of 15 to 25 operators who work in the same time frame (shift)Make sure QCD indicators reflect customer expectationsDefine, together with the supervisors of the other shifts and the UAP manager, QCDP targets for the GAPs (improvement versus actual situation): ppm, pph, TRS, absenteeism, number of accidents, improvement ideas…Monitor performance during the shift and report accurate data at the end of the shift.Manage resources to reach results: adapt headcount to volume, etc.React in case of a problem: take care of immediate containment, call support functions, build corrective action plans.Replace GAP leader when necessary.Drive actions for improvement:Know team problems, seek feedbackDefine area for performance improvementsDrive teamwork and problem-solving activities, lead problem solving groups and workshops (5S, Hoshin, TPM, SMED, 6 Quality Basics.
)Drive improvement ideas generation and implementationEnsure audits of standardized work are conducted by GAP leaders on a daily basis and ensure corrective actions are taking place.Audits once a week with each GAP Leader to the respect of standardized workAims to devote 70% of his/her time to improvement actions.Assure daily managementPermanent presence on the Shop floor: daily contact with all team members, close management of the lines.Manage headcount: plan the day before, people allocation for the next day, plan also on a weekly basis.Coach GAP Leaders and team members in how to perform their role.Support and help to fix problems.Ensure discipline and rigor (work wear, break times, working hours…)Ensure the respect of safety instructions, policies and procedures.Development of the teamParticipate to selection and recruitment of staff.Ensure proper induction of new operators on the line.Build training plan to increase team autonomy; ensure training and coaching of team members.Manage annual performance interviews for all team members.Production Supervisor Job RequirementsMust have experience in an Automotive Manufacturing backgroundExperience in production supervisory environment Experience working with management systems Experience managing a team of logistics operatorsLive within a commutable distance to LitchfieldHappy to work shifts (including nights)Production Supervisor Salary & BenefitsCompetitive salary + shift allowanceFull benefits to be discussed Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.