Careers at Masis Staffing Solutions

Masis Professional Group is assisting our client in searching for a Direct Hire, Production Supervisor.

Our client is a manufacturer of the finest quality medicinal packaging and drug delivery systems.

The Production Supervisor is responsible and has the authority to supervise, co-ordinate, direct and control the activities of team members to produce within budgeted costs, the assigned production outputs to acceptable quality standards on schedule with minimum waste and downtime commensurate with customer requirements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Develop and maintain effective production outputs to meet company objectives and customer requirements.

· Develop and maintain effective programs so shift KPI’s are achieved. This includes:

· Liaison with other departments to ensure that all services are available for production and where there are problems ensure those responsible are notified so that appropriate action is taken to minimize the disruption to our customers.

· Communicate, with, motivate, and develop through regular performance reviews including annual reviews, involvement in target setting and through routine exchanges in free and accurate information.

· Establish and maintain good industrial relations in line with company policy/procedures as set out in the personnel manual and employee handbook. Ensure are aware of and adhere to company policies as set forth in the employee handbook.

· Assist in the recruitment of subordinates and is responsible for the development and training of employees

· Is responsible for the Health/Safety for his/her employees. This includes ensuring that training is in place for all operations on the shift. As a supervisor is responsible for ensuring the shift adheres to these standards/procedures.

· Ensure that all production operating and training procedures/manuals are adequately documented/maintained and updated on a regular basis. Ensure that these and the quality assurance procedures are fully adhered to.

· Conduct regular routine audits of production area and equipment ensuring adherence to company policy.

· Ensuring that the production department is always looking clean, neat and tidy especially on completion of work orders.

· Work orders are completed and the information is accurate.

· Transfer of materials out of department ASAP after completion of work order.

· Supervise and direct production team members in assigned area or shifts to achieve scheduled outputs at acceptable levels of safety, quality and productivity.

· Allocate tasks and assign personnel efficiently, in line with changing requirements, monitor and control performance standards in line with budget.

· Control machine and operator efficiencies, set-up and changeover parameters ensuring corrective action is taken when required.

· Maintain an acceptable level of quality by ensuring adherence to all quality specifications and directives. Work closely with QA personnel in meeting quality requirements.

· Ensure adherence to procedures with regard to 1st piece inspections, line clearance, batch control, product and material transfers, shift reporting, supplies and spares requisitioning.

· Ensure regular equipment checks are made as specified and planned maintenance schedules are implemented.

· Participate actively and encourage team members to participate in new developments within plant e.g. Lean Manufacturing.

· Liaison with the Materials department to ensure that planning is efficient and effective.

· Ensure that all company assets in production areas are maintained to the highest standard and are used for company business only.

· Carry out/manage any other projects or tasks as requested by the Operations Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

· 4 Year Degree Preferred

· 5 to 10 years’ experience in high volume manufacturing environment. Experience in Medical industry is required. Pharma Manufacturing experience a plus

· Thorough knowledge of basic supervisory skills with ability to plan, organize, control, and communicate effectively is essential.

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