Production Supervisor - Blyth, United Kingdom - Draeger UK & Ireland

Draeger UK & Ireland
Draeger UK & Ireland
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Blyth, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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Production Supervisor - Draeger UK & Ireland - Job-ID V

Blyth

Vollzeit


The Job Responsibilities Who we are**Every life is unique and so are you

At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out.

We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.


As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust.

Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing:
it's about life.


About the role


The Production Supervisor will lead and co-ordinate activities on designated flow lines to ensure the Company's and departments business objectives in terms of cost, service, delivery, and safety.

They will direct and co-ordinate activities of the operations flowlines to obtain optimum use of equipment, facilities, and personnel. The Production Supervisor will ensure compliance to the organisations policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations.

They will support and co-ordinate investigations into customer complaints both internal and external relating to the processes of the designated flowlines.


Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate team on designated flow lines to ensure delivery of KPI's in safety, cost, quality, and delivery.
  • Ensure that flowline personnel are fully utilised at all times.
  • Monitor and direct activities towards waste reduction in:
  • Scrap and rework
  • Stock inventory (raw material and WIP)
  • Assembly process times
  • Actively identify and participate in change initiatives to increase productivity.
  • Facilitate and organise continuous improvement initiatives/programs within the department using modern manufacturing procedures (Cellular Manufacturing, Kanban, Genba Kanri, Process Analysis).
  • Manage individuals' performance, carry out OFM's, identify development opportunities and implement the disciplinary procedure where necessary.
  • Prompt investigation into quality, safety and productivity issues and implementation of corrective actions to prevent a reoccurrence.
  • Ensure a high standard of housekeeping is maintained throughout the flowline(s).
  • Communicate all issues (quality, people, safety, production) to Product Line Manager and support functions in a timely manner.
  • Ensure health and safety regulations are implemented and adhered too.
  • Maintain and update records (COPQ, OEE etc) as required and completion of weekly report.
  • Maintenance of all visual management displays within the flowline(s).

Your Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 GCSE's including Mathematics (or equivalent) or relevant experience
  • Two years minimum related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Skilled influencer to motivate direct reports in the attainment of departmental objectives.
  • Capability to effectively communicate and record information in a practical manner i

e:
setting meeting agendas, recording actions, and summarising data for management as required.

  • PC literate and familiar with Microsoft Office suite and ERP systems such as SAP.
  • Capable of learning other software packages as required.
  • Use of Draeger BEST Excellence (or equivalent) techniques to identify problems, initiate robust corrective actions and ensure sustainability of the improvements that are implemented.
  • Ability to adapt communication style effectively and concisely to suit audience.
  • Demonstrated strong network building capability to ensure appropriate support received from interfacing business functions.
  • Team Leader award / Certificate in Management studies or equivalent NVQ.

The Dräger Workplace
Dräger's Benefits**- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days

  • Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover, and partner life assurance
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Subsidised canteen
  • Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Cycle to Work
  • Gym membership discounts up to 25%
  • Charity Giving scheme
Dräger's
dedication


At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.

All are welcome to apply.


Who we are

From hospitals to fire departments to industrial customers, people around the world rely on our products: cutting-edge technology that combines real engineering with the digital future.

With over 130 years of experience, passion and the bold ideas of more than 16,000 employees, we are committed to turning technology into ›technology for life‹.


What we offer

If you have any questions, please contact
Niki Taylor
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