Production Supervisor at Daylight Applied Technologies PLC

The Production Supervisor directs and coordinates daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets, safety regulations, and quality standards are met efficiently. This role bridges upper management and the shop floor, driving continuous improvement and team performance. Key Responsibilities: Operations Management: Monitor daily production schedules, assign staff, and manage workflow to meet output quotas and delivery deadlines. Quality & Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality control parameters, and OSHA/safety regulations. Team Leadership: Train, mentor, and evaluate shift operators and technicians; manage attendance, shift handovers, and performance metrics. Problem Solving: Troubleshoot bottlenecks, equipment downtime, or material shortages swiftly to minimize production loss. Continuous Improvement: Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S implementations, and waste reduction programs. Shift Handover Management: Direct formal shift-change briefings to ensure seamless communication regarding target progress, machine status, and safety alerts. Resource Allocation: Manage floor-level material allocation and coordinate with warehouse teams to ensure prompt delivery of raw materials to assembly lines. Safety Auditing & Reporting: Conduct routine daily safety walks, identify hazard risks, and immediately initiate corrective action reports (CARs). Performance Tracking: Log and track hourly shift production metrics (OEE, yield rates, scrap counts) into the facility dashboard. Disciplinary & Conflict Management: Handle first-line personnel issues, administer performance improvement plans, and uphold workplace policies. About You Requirements & Qualifications: BSC Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent practical experience. 8 years of Experience in supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment. Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing, KPI tracking, and safety protocols.