Machine Shop Supervisor

Kinetic Recruitment are currently resourcing for a permanent Machine Shop Supervisor for a heavy engineering company based in Gateshead.

As Machine Shop Supervisor, you will report to the Machine Shop Manager and work a 4-shift pattern to ensure production targets are met in a timely and controlled manner, with a high regard to health and safety, production quality, and the production schedule.

Duties:

1. Carry out risk assessments and complete standard operating procedures.
2. Supervise manpower, manage, and motivate a team of operators.
3. Measure and assess cycle time achievement.
4. Produce reports for Senior Management.
5. Project improvement work.
6. Carry out employee appraisals, reviews, disciplinary actions, grievance and absence management cases.
7. Monitor performance of the team, coach, and support where performance is not at the required standard.
8. Assist in the recruitment of team members, identify manpower requirements, and assist in redeployment where resources are required.
9. Identify training needs and organize the delivery of on-the-job skills and safety training.
10. Complete shift paperwork.
11. Assist with production as necessary.
12. Coordinate production start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
13. Carry out any reasonable request that is within your skill set and experience.
14. Responsible for all aspects of health and safety for all activities, including housekeeping and safety inspections, with adherence to all company policies and guidelines.

1. Educated to NVQ Level 4 or similar.
2. One to three years of related technical experience.
3. Three to five years of production supervisory experience.
4. Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
5. Strong health and safety awareness is required.
6. Drive and enthusiasm with a flexible and positive approach to team working and factory improvement initiatives.
7. Ability to use initiative and judgment to make decisions and solve complex problems.
8. Ability to work mainly unsupervised and manage own time effectively.
9. Ability to apply knowledge of machine shop procedures, machine tool setup, and operating techniques.
10. CAD/CAM experience preferred but not essential.