Manufacturing Supervisor Job Descriptions |
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Manufacturing
supervisors are responsible for the day-to-day running of
production processes in all types of manufacturing operations.
Supervisors make sure that the production line is running
smoothly and that individual workers and teams are meeting
their production targets.
You main duties as a supervisor would include: · planning and organising staff shift rotas and tasks · reporting plant or machinery breakdowns to maintenance technicians · organising external contracts, like cleaning or supplies · stock control · motivating their team · producing management reports on performance · monitoring quality control · updating paperwork, such as annual leave requests and sick leave · Identifying and organising training needs.
Key Skills · the ability to motivate staff and lead a team · the ability to set, monitor and meet objectives · the ability to prioritise workloads · an approachable manner and good communication skills · good problem-solving skills and the ability to make effective decisions · the ability to write reports and compile accurate records · good IT skills · a willingness to work flexibly · the ability to meet deadlines · An awareness of health and safety issues. |
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