Production Engineer

Production Supervisor

General task management:

• Monitor and control shift production activities. Achieve given shift production targets with right quality.
• Design new processes and provide facilities & methods to ensure the cost-effective integration of new products or for the improvement of existing ones into manufacturing operations.
• Ensure quality with continuous follow-ups with production team.
• Assist with shop floor layout and cell designs. Develop fixtures and tooling for assembly tasks.
• Generating production documentation such as assembly work instructions. Reduce variability in manufacturing by providing standard work methods and work instructions.
• Ensure product and process quality meets the specifications required.
• Oversee installation of machinery and equipment.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements and equipment layout. Remove waste from the processes.
• Organize plant start-up and shut-down schedules to ensure minimum loss of production time.
• Plan and organize maintenance. Respond to breakdowns. Report down time and possible trends.
• Support and lead continuous improvement, problem solving and process improvement activities.
• Carry out FMEAs, (Failure Mode Effects Analysis) process documentation and implement improvements. Implement Poka-Yoke (error proofing) where possible to prevent errors.
• Investigate production and process issues providing technical support and training.
• Keep up with current and developing engineering trends. Undertake special projects as required.
• Quality control of work by appropriate reviews.
• Write reports and present progress at project meetings and to clients.
• Manage the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions.
• Produce written reports and make presentations.
• Undertake continuous training and development.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems

Supervise production activities:

• Oversee and coordinate daily fabrication operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Ensure all fabrication activities are carried out efficiently and in accordance with safety protocols.
• Lead a team of production workers, providing guidance and support as needed.

Team leadership & training:

• Assign tasks to production workers, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and time.
• Provide hands-on training to new employees and assist in their development.
• Foster a positive working environment and ensure that safety practices are always followed.

Problem solving & troubleshooting:

• Identify and address any production or equipment issues that may arise during the fabrication process.
• Work with engineering and quality control teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure continuous improvement.

Quality control:

• Ensure all products meet the specifications and quality standards set by the company.
• Conduct regular inspections of the fabrication process and finished goods to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain detailed records of production activities, inspections, and quality checks.

Inventory & material management:

• Ensure proper inventory management of raw materials and finished products.
• Coordinate with the Production engineer to ensure material availability and minimize production delays.

Here is some of what you'll need (required):

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Proven 7-10 years of experience as a Production Supervisor.
• Flexible and willing to work in the shifts
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of fabrication processes, machinery, and materials.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Good knowledge of HSE and 5S standards

Here are a few of our preferred experiences:

• Coordinate with the Production engineer to ensure material availability and minimize production delays.
• Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvement
• Knowledge of various processes from Fabrication, Product Assembly, Plating etc.
• Demonstrable experience of running shifts production, preferably in the Manufacturing, automotive industry.
• A full understanding of the requirements of running production shifts, such as health and safety and security requirements to include certification of dangerous goods handling and aviation security.
• Team player with strong organizational skills.

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