Shift Supervisor

The Company: 

Theo James is currently seeking a skilled Shift Supervisor for an advanced manufacturing company based in Newton Aycliffe. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business at the forefront of sensor technology, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment. The company is committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, making it an excellent choice for those looking to develop their leadership skills and progress in their career. As a Shift Supervisor, you will play a key role in overseeing production operations, ensuring efficiency, and driving team performance. With competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a forward-thinking approach, this role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to make a meaningful impact in a high-tech industry.

Job Description: 

• Monitor progress against targets, providing regular reports to the Production Unit Manager along with clear recommendations for improvement.
• Recommend strategies for running production work cells to maximize productivity while developing contingency plans for any unplanned downtime.
• Analyze shift data, identifying trends and patterns related to output to inform decision-making.
• Take a proactive approach to preparing for priority orders and implement a clear process for expediting urgent requests.
• Support quality audits by ensuring processes and standards are consistently met.
• Foster open communication and engagement to address and mitigate shift-related issues.
• Encourage continuous professional development by empowering team members to grow and progress in their roles.
• Apply effective people management techniques, building a culture of trust, confidence, and accountability.
• Assist in the implementation of new processes and equipment by effectively communicating with and engaging team members.
• Facilitate regular communication with team members and take appropriate action based on their feedback.
• Monitor stock levels — both current and required — making necessary adjustments to maintain smooth operations.
• Actively support planned scrap reduction initiatives, tracking progress against set targets.
• Conduct regular one-to-one meetings with direct reports to provide guidance, feedback, and support.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience within Shift Supervisor positions within Manufacturing 
• Strong knowledge and experience of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies
• Proactive problem solver 
• Confident in decision making and use of Microsoft Office. 

Why Should You Apply?