Production supervisor

Production Supervisor - Job Summary: We rsquo;re supporting our client, a leading global Automotive specialist based in Lichfield, who are looking for a Production Supervisor to join their growing team. The successful Production Supervisor will have experience of Supervising a team, improvement opportunities and promoting H S. Salary: GBPExcellent Benefits: To be discussed at interview Job Type: Permanent Location: Lichfield Job Start date: ASAP Shift Pattern: 3 shift Responsibilities: * Line manager of 15 to 25 operators who work in the same time frame (shift) * Make sure QCD indicators reflect customer expectations * Define, together with the supervisors of the other shifts and the UAP manager, QCDP targets for the GAPs (improvement versus actual situation): ppm, pph, TRS, absenteeism, number of accidents, improvement ideas hellip; * Manage resources to reach results: adapt headcount to volume, etc. * React in case of a problem: take care of immediate containment, call support functions, build corrective action plans. * Drive teamwork and problem-solving activities, lead problem solving groups and workshops (5S, Hoshin, TPM, SMED, 6 Quality Basics). Drive improvement ideas generation and implementation * Ensure audits of standardized work are conducted by GAP leaders on a daily basis and ensure corrective actions are taking place. Audits once a week with each GAP Leader to the respect of standardized work People Management: Leading by example in terms of rigor and discipline: * Assure daily management and have a Permanent presence on the Shop floor: daily contact with all team members, close management of the lines. * Manage headcount: plan the day before, people allocation for the next day, plan also on a weekly basis. * Coach GAP Leaders and team members in how to perform their role. * Support and help to fix problems. * Ensure the respect of safety instructions, policies and procedures. * Development of the team Participate to selection and recruitment of staff. * Build training plan to increase team autonomy; ensure training and coaching of team members. * Manage annual performance interviews for all team members. * Plan development of the people (validation and support from UAP manager and Human Resources Manager Validation of polyvalence and polycompetence. * Ensure recognition upon individual performance: propose promotion and merit increase; take part of the decision process. * Ensure full respect of HSE rules and regulations. Promote sustainable practices at all opportunities. * Lead HSE core teams and drive implementation to follow. * Ensure all colleagues have adequate training and awareness. Team work: * Ensure transparent timely communication with UAP manager and internal customers. * Arrive before start of shift in order to ensure transfer of all information from the supervisor of previous shift. * Participate with supervisory colleagues to improvement of UAP performance. * Participate to UAP Top 5 and report line performance, successes and issues as well as action initiated. * During the pursuit of all duties of the Code of Ethics and the Code of Management will be adhered to at all times About You: * Supervisory experience, team leading * Previous experience in the Injection Moulding/Automotive industry Job Application: If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your full CV - or call us now. Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don rsquo;t hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you. Willcox Matthews Recruitment Ltd acts an employment business for permanent and contract roles. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that Willcox Matthews Ltd may contact you in connection with your application in relation to Willcox Matthews providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. We take your application seriously and we make every effort to respond to all applicants. Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK