Description
Are you an experienced production supervisor looking for your next role in Portsmouth?
CMS2, a specialist equipment manufacturer supplying maritime atmosphere control systems and support services has an exciting opportunity to join our production team.
The Production Supervisor will provide the day-to-day hands on supervision and coordination of all production activities to time, cost and quality within our low volume but highly complex manufacturing unit. The Production Supervisor will distribute, coordinate and schedule works orders across the operations team through to successful completion and sign-off. The Production Supervisor will promote a safety culture which ensures compliance with all company health, safety and environmental legislation across all production areas. The Production Supervisor will drive through operational effieciencies within the manufacturing shop floor, covering productivity, H&S, quality, workplace organisation, employee development, environment and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
* Promote and maintain health & safety and regulatory compliance relating to the manufacturing facility
* Provide the day-to-day Supervision and Coordination of all Production activities.
* Distribute and coordinate works orders across the Operations team, communicate the status of those works order to the Opertions and Project teams as required.
* Using the companies MRP system manage the priorities and production scheduling ensuring all priorities are progressing and communicating and managing issues / delays as they arise with the relevant engineering or project team.
* Coordinate the sequence and workflow for multiple projects managing priorities
* Have regular reviews of works order release and progress with production team, Manufacturing engineer and Project Engineers.
* Provide a presence at and conduct daily / weekly ‘stand up’ meetings for stakeholders and team members
* Promote and maintain the ethos of a ‘right first time’ culture.
* Optimise production efficiencies and costs through effective capacity planning with the Production Manager
* Analyse historical data along with other information to create long term production plans.
* Coach, mentor and develop team members to achieve optimum performance and ensure successful delivery of defined scope of work, encompassing all operations performance targets and milestones.
* Manage the continual skills enrichment of the team, seeking courses and up-skilling as needed
* Lead proactive problem-solving activities and escalating risks and emergent issues appropriately and in a timely manner
* Implement change through improved efficiencies and demonstrating results through performance KPI’s.
* Carry out any other ad-hoc duties as required to support the needs of the business.
* Provide a professional backup service for colleagues during peak times or during absence.
* Maintain continuous professional development to ensure knowledge is up to date.
* Act as an ambassador for the company in all interactions with customers and the public.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
* Previous supervisory experience in a high complexity / low volume manufacturing environment
* Ability to lead teams of skilled trades from diverse backgrounds in a dynamic, manufacturing shop floor environment
* Experience of promoting and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance relating to the manufacturing facilities
* Engineering or trade background
* Able to negotiate and influence others
* Good analytical, decision making and problem solving skills
* Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and tools (e.g. Six Sigma, LEAN, 5S etc.)
* Previous experience of an ERP / MRP system
* Self-motivated and able to take responsibility
* Ability to read and interpret documents such as drawings, specifications and procedures
* Capable of balancing multiple priorities without compromising safety or quality
Desirable
* HND or Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Manufacturing Engineering or relevant experience
* Nebosh or IOSH Managing Safely or other accredited H&S qualification
* Previous experience of working within a highly regulated industry
* Knowledge of NPI / NPD
* Experience of working within a Defence environment
* Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001 and OHAS18001 (ISO45001)
* Six Sigma, Green Belt and / or Black Belt certified
Other requirements
* Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK
* Candidates must have passed UK security clearance to Security Check level or be able to obtain this level. This normally requires 5 years residence in the UK.
Role travel requirements
* The duties of this appointment relate to the UK but you may be required to travel when required by the Company. It is not envisaged that you shall be required to work outside the UK for more than one month.
Managing the critical atmosphere on submarines and other key applications for over 60 years, CMS2, previously known as TPG Maritime, is a leading provider of atmosphere management solutions and critical systems engineering. We specialize in designing, developing, manufacturing, and supporting atmosphere management systems to ensure optimal conditions for life support. With a dedicated team of specialists and cutting-edge tech facilities, we deliver top-notch life of system support for all our products. As part of the Science Group, we are committed to innovation and excellence, collaborating with sister companies like Sagentia Innovation and Osprey. Connect with us to explore how our expertise in critical maritime systems can benefit your operations. At CMS2, we prioritize quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction above all.