Role Summary
Lead production operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Drive operational excellence through leadership, staff development, and adherence to lean manufacturing principles.
Key Responsibilities
· Health, Safety & Compliance
· Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards for employees, visitors, and contractors.
· Maintain site security, fire safety, and first aid provisions.
· Uphold ISO13485 QMS standards, conducting audits as required.
Leadership & Team Management
· Lead and develop supervisors/team leaders, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
· Motivate teams to meet production targets while maintaining quality and cost efficiency.
· Oversee resource planning, including labour allocation, overtime authorisation, and recruitment.
Staff Development & Performance
· Implement training programs to enhance workforce versatility and skills.
· Oversee onboarding and career development initiatives.
· Conduct performance reviews and coaching to drive excellence.
Production & Operational Excellence
· Ensure on-time, in-full (OTIF) product delivery to meet customer expectations.
· Optimise workflow, stock control, and material flow to improve lead times and efficiency.
· Drive lean manufacturing, error-proofing, and process standardisation.
· Oversee site infrastructure maintenance and recommend capital equipment investments.
Financial & Strategic Management
· Monitor production costs, identifying efficiency opportunities.
· Collaborate with finance teams to optimise resource allocation and cost control