Production Supervisor
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor will oversee daily shopfloor activities and coordinate manpower to meet production targets in a manufacturing environment. The role involves supporting the Production Manager in optimizing workflow, resource utilization, and maintaining operational standards. Responsibilities also include monitoring KPIs, managing material stocks, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily shopfloor activities and manpower allocation
- Support production operations and workflow efficiency
- Monitor KPIs and prepare performance reports
- Manage material stocks and production waste
- Drive process optimization and cost reduction
Required Skills
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing supervision
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Production planning and shopfloor management
- Diploma or Degree in Engineering or related fields
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily shopfloor activities and coordinate manpower allocation to meet production schedules and output targets.
- Support the Production Manager in managing production operations, ensuring workflow efficiency and minimal downtime.
- Plan and optimize resource utilization using lean manufacturing principles.
- Address operational issues such as material shortages, bottlenecks, and equipment or staffing constraints.
- Maintain and update operational documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and quality records.
- Ensure production areas meet housekeeping and organization standards.
- Monitor indirect material stock levels to ensure continuity of operations.
- Track production waste and initiate internal processes for disposition and corrective actions.
- Compile production data, track KPIs, and prepare periodic operational performance reports.
- Participate in safety and environmental initiatives, ensuring compliance with workplace regulations and internal policies.
- Drive initiatives related to process optimization, cost reduction, and operational efficiency improvements.
Requirements:
- Experience in supervising production operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of production planning, workflow control, and shopfloor management.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Diploma or Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related discipline with relevant supervisory experience.
- Exposure to Microsoft Power Platform tools (e.g., Power BI, Power Automate) will be advantageous.