Mivan is a dynamic and progressive specialist joinery and interior fit-out contractor with a reputation for excellence and innovation and an international track record of achievement within a broad range of sectors including marine, luxury hotels, prime residential and commercial. Due to continuing success and growth, we are recruiting a Woodwork Machine Shop Supervisor. Working in a busy factory environment at our headquarters and manufacturing facility in Antrim your main duties will be the supervision of the machine shop area within the Factory to support the manufacture of high-quality joinery products including case goods, bespoke doors, display furniture and fire rated components. Principal Responsibilities: Supervise the machine shop area within the Factory ensuring that all units and components are produced to a professional standard in terms of quality and accuracy and to programme and budget. Interpret workshop/design drawings and job sheets, complete production schedules and allocate works. Supervise reporting employees and monitor performance. Ensure personnel are adequately trained, understand targets and that they are working to consistent standards, meeting delivery dates and quality expectations. Effective liaison, as required, with Design and Suppliers to ensure that potential problems are resolved efficiently, and the manufacturing process is not impeded. Liaise with relevant Project Manager to advise on progress and assist with problem resolution as required for contracts. Provide regular evaluation and commentary of progress to the Factory Manager. Ensure all machinery is kept in good condition and to the necessary HSE standards, including housekeeping and completion of regular maintenance checks to schedule. Assist Factory Management / Senior Management to maintain harmonious employee relations, motivate employees, implement improvement strategies and reinforce Company practices and processes. Provision of regular toolbox talks / communication to team members as directed. Ensure satisfactory levels of discipline are maintained within area of responsibility and undertake appropriate action where necessary in accordance with Company Procedures and in collaboration with Factory Management and the HR Department. Monitor team performance in relation to health and safety, advise and correct behaviour as required and refer to Factory Management/H&S where appropriate. Along with Factory Management and other Supervisors ensure that a high standard of housekeeping and safety is maintained and that all relevant environmental and health & safety regulations and procedures are adhered to. Train and mentor apprentices and trainees and induct new employees. Person Specification: Experience in preparation of MDF/Timber. Previous experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing facility. Substantial post apprenticeship experience of high-quality carpentry and joinery within a manufacturing or shop fitting environment. Ability to plan and organise workload. Ability to lead and motivate others. Ability to interpret and read workshop/design drawings and set up work pieces and tools. The ability to build a positive culture which promotes cooperation, accountability, openness, challenge and continual improvement. Good organisation and communication skills. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday 31st January 2025. Mivan is an Equal Opportunities Employer