Production Shift Manager

Job title:

Production Shift Manager

Company

Kingspan Water and Energy

Job description

Scope of Role:Reporting to the Operations Manager (Roto), the Shift Manager will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing end-to-end operations on-site. This leadership position requires a proactive individual with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of driving improvements in productivity and fostering a positive work environment throughout the plant.About Kingspan Light, Air + WaterKingspan Light, Air + Water is a division of Kingspan Group operating in 20 countries across the globe. We design manufacture and service natural daylighting, smoke ventilation, water, and safe storage solutions. Our solutions are designed to ensure the buildings of the future deliver more. We do this in a way that combats climate change while optimizing the benefits of daylighting, fresh clean air and sustainable water. Our purpose is to make a difference in everything we do, while improving the comfort safety and wellbeing of our buildings occupants whilst protecting our worlds natural resources.Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Operational Leadership: Oversee all operations during the shift, ensuring seamless production flow and timely completion of tasks.
• Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all relevant procedures and foster a culture of continuous improvement in health, safety, quality, and environmental practices.
• Team Leadership: Manage and guide the day-to-day activities of all production personnel, optimizing resource allocation to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Promote Positive Company Culture: Create and maintain an environment that encourages high morale, engagement, and top-tier performance across the team.
• Disciplinary Management: Implement and uphold company policies consistently, taking appropriate action when necessary, including administering disciplinary procedures.
• Quality & Safety Checks: Ensure operators conduct all required quality checks and follow safety protocols to meet operational standards.
• Training & System Rollout: Support the rollout of new systems and processes by training team members and ensuring compliance with updated procedures.
• Collaboration Across Functions: Work closely with the Planning, Maintenance, and Quality departments to ensure products meet production deadlines and quality standards.
• Problem-Solving & Continuous Improvement: Identify operational issues, propose solutions, and contribute to the continuous improvement of plant operations.
• Maximize Labour Efficiency: Monitor and optimise labor usage to achieve maximum productivity and minimize downtime.
• Cost Efficiency & Best Practices: Drive manufacturing best practices and contribute to cost reduction efforts and process improvements within the production department.
• Resource Management: Ensure that all materials, tools, and equipment required for production are available and properly maintained.
• Attendance & Performance Tracking: Maintain accurate records of absenteeism, timekeeping, overtime, and holidays, ensuring accountability.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit the daily production report, ensuring all relevant performance data is captured.
• Site Security: Ensure the security of the site outside normal office hours.
• Professional Conduct: Demonstrate professionalism and respect in all interactions with team members and stakeholders.
• Additional Responsibilities: Undertake any other reasonable tasks as directed by the Operations and Production Supervisors to support the department’s objectives.

Person SpecificationEssential Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 GCSE passes (or equivalent) at grades A*-C, including Maths and English
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Desirable Qualifications:

• IOSH or other recognized Health & Safety qualification
• Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline
• Formal training in Management & Leadership

Experience & Knowledge:

• Proven experience in a similar management role, ideally within manufacturing or roto moulding
• Familiarity with HR processes, including grievance resolution and the disciplinary process
• Practical fault-finding skills for machinery troubleshooting
• Experience managing key production processes and understanding plant operations

Skills & Abilities:

• Leadership & Motivation: A proactive and highly motivated leader with the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively, setting clear objectives and holding team members accountable.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to manage complex tasks and conflicting priorities.
• Communication: Strong communication skills, ensuring clarity and transparency within the team and across departments.
• Time Management & Adaptability: Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt to changing work conditions.
• People Management: A people-centric leader capable of building relationships, managing performance, and motivating staff to achieve challenging targets.
• Continuous Improvement: A strong focus on identifying areas for improvement and driving initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Flexibility & Resilience: Ability to remain composed under pressure while managing a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Integrity & Sensitivity: Demonstrates a high level of integrity and human sensitivity in leadership, maintaining a positive and respectful team culture.

Kingspan is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Expected salary

Location

Portadown, Co Armagh – Craigavon, Co Armagh

Job date

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 23:06:01 GMT

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