Factory Supervisor

Job Description:
1. Production Management

• Supervise daily production activities.
• Ensure production targets and deadlines are achieved.
• Monitor workflow and resolve production issues.
• Coordinate with production planning teams.

2. Team Supervision

• Lead and supervise production operators and technicians.
• Assign work schedules and daily tasks.
• Train new employees on work procedures and safety.
• Monitor employee performance and discipline.

3. Quality Control

• Ensure products meet company quality standards.
• Conduct routine inspections during production.
• Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

4. Safety & Compliance

• Enforce workplace health and safety regulations.
• Conduct safety briefings and inspections.
• Ensure employees use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Report and investigate workplace incidents.

5. Equipment & Maintenance

• Monitor machine performance and equipment utilization.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance with the maintenance team.
• Report equipment breakdowns and minimize production downtime.

6. Inventory & Materials

• Monitor raw material availability.
• Coordinate with the warehouse and purchasing departments.
• Reduce material wastage and improve inventory control.

7. Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
• Record production output, downtime, defects, and attendance.
• Report operational issues to the Production Manager or Factory Manager.

8. Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or Six Sigma initiatives.
• Recommend process improvements to reduce costs and increase output.

Requirements:

- Leadership and people management

- Communication and interpersonal skills

- Problem-solving and decision-making

- Time management and planning

- Knowledge of manufacturing processes

- Understanding of quality systems (ISO, GMP, HACCP, etc., depending on the industry)

- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP systems)

- Able to support production work when required

- Able to work night shifts and weekends