Production Supervisor (Evening Shift).

Job Purpose

Our client is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor (evening shift x 4 days) to lead and develop a production team, ensuring high standards across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People. Working closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams, you will drive operational performance, employee engagement, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement across your shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, coach, and develop Product Builders, General Operatives, and Team Leads.
• Ensure a safe working environment and compliance with all Health & Safety requirements.
• Achieve production targets On Time in Full (OTIF) while maintaining quality and cost standards.
• Ensure employees are fully trained, competent, and supported in their roles.
• Drive cross-training, workforce flexibility, and employee development.
• Monitor KPIs and implement actions to improve safety, quality, productivity, and performance.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, problem-solving, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote effective communication and employee engagement through daily interaction and team meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, reduce waste, and improve processes.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.

Education and Experience

• 3+ years' experience in a production or manufacturing supervisory role.
• Strong people management, coaching, and performance management skills.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Proven track record of delivering results across safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance.
• Excellent communication, organisational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proactive, adaptable, and team-focused approach.
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.
• Supervisory/Management and Health & Safety training desirable.

Contact Fiona Fitzsimons for a confidential chat: [email protected] #INDPERM