Production Shift Supervisor

Job Description

The position holder is responsible for the implementation & application of sustainable & optimized systems and processes in the area of responsibility in order to achieve relevant operational targets (e.g. quality, output, cost, time). The position holder is responsible for the safety, health and development of people reporting to the position. By doing so, he/she takes into account all customer-relevant regulations and laws. Furthermore, the position holder ensures that  processes are carried out with the standard specifications (based on key performance indicators (KPI)) and is responsible for the availability / provision of resources (such as people, machines and production space).

Task areas

Main tasks*                                                                

Leadership

-Support in setting the link between plant/company goals & strategy and the shop floor with support of operations unit/ production management team (shared responsibility)
-Show presence on the shop floor and act as role model & coach for shop floor employees (full responsibility)
-Enable a values based and healthy leadership culture

Work Organization & Coordination (Planning / Scheduling)

-Execute regular shop floor meetings to communicate daily KPI's, set priorities, define measures supported by employees
-Secure the observance of standard work instructions and processes
-Plan variable head count to secure the full productivity under consideration of the actual orderbook and manage personnel availabilities (e.g. vacation, sickness, training...) to ensure daily production
-Monitor machine capacity to ensure the daily production taking into account cost, quality and order situation
-Drive and implement improvements for optimization of material flow, monitor and report the targets of efficiency

Quality Management & Continuous Improvement

- Promote "Quality First" and improvement culture on the shop floor, encourage and challenge employee's participation in continuous improvement processes
-Drive proactively lessons learned and best practice sharing
-Ensure implementation of quality standards and apply quality methods to increase quality performance
-Support systematic implementation of Continental Business System CBS methods & tools
-Implementation and carry out of improvements measurements for continous reduction of manufacturing costs & process improvement
-Use audit & quality review results (internal, external, 5S, ...) to set up sustainable optimizations
and ensure implementation
-Motivate and support employees to share their ideas for improvement, e.g. by using Conti Idea Management CIM or Cost Saving Program CSP

Production Performance / Productivity

- Continuously track the actual state against defined target state by using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs, e.g. output, scrap/waste, productivity) under consideration of budget / standard
- Evaluate complex problems detected in his area of responsibility (either through target state/ KPI deviations or other means) & escalated by shop floor operators as defined in the standards, decide on escalation upwards in hierarchy depending on magnitude of problem, steer systematic problem solving processes until solution is found, present/communicate solution and adjust standard/ target state accordingly

Legal, Compliance

-Implement and ensure compliance with established internal/ external policies, rules, guidelines and procedures (e.g. technical cleanliness, ISO...)
-Support and run audit process (internal/external) if required

People Development & Talent Management

-Ensure systematic & continuous qualification /competency development of employees, i.e. ensure that a qualification matrix exists & create individual development plans
-Support a culture of life-long learning and provide learning opportunities for employees
-Decide on suitable development measures for employees, document participation and evaluate effectiveness
-Perform annual face-to-face employee dialogues to discuss performance, potential and development of employees, provide effective feedback & address poor performance
-Ensure proper onboarding/ integration of new employees

Environment, Safety, Health

- Create a culture of safety and health through leadership & act as role model
- Ensure application of ESH regulations and management methods & tools (e.g. 5S systematic) as well as engagement of people
- Enhance safety performance by tracking & reporting safety incidents (e.g. accidents, ergonomic, behavior-based, process-related; layout related incidents), remove hazards, support evaluation of  ESH measures effectiveness & implement best practices

Qualifications

• Graduate in mechanical Engineering/Chemical engineering/Rubber technology
• 5-8 years of experience in production coordination, manufacturing operations, or a related role
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of inventory management and material planning processes
• Familiarity with quality assurance principles and production standards
• Preferred: Experience with specific ERP platforms used in manufacturing
• Preferred: Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
• Note: Candidates from Air springs or Rubber Components manufacturing are preferred

Additional Information

Knowledge field

Level*
(B/A/E)

SAP - PP module >Advanced

Knowledge in planning & organizing, Line balancing >Advanced

Technological skills (e.g. basic digital skills, advanced IT skills) >Basic

Technical knowledge (e.g. advanced knowledge of relevant technology, processes and products in own area; basic knowledge for neighbouring areas) >Advanced

Systematic problem solving methods (e.g. PDCA, A-3 reports, …) >Basic

ESH regulations  (safety regulations, safety equipment, hazardous materials, ...) and other legal >Advanced

Leadership methods & techniques (e.g. techniques for coaching, providing/receiving feedback, leading change..) >Advanced

Performance management techniques (e.g. knowledge of reporting progress and relevant KPIs (e.g. OEE, FPY, Scrap)) >Advanced

Communication skills (delegating tasks, conflict resolution) >Expert

Quality Methods (e.g. Jidoka /Poke Yoke, Yokoten) >Basic

Continuous improvement and CBS methods (e.g. knowledge of lean principles, methods and tools (Flow, 5S,TPM, etc.)) >Basic

Visual management methods (e.g. tools for visualization of e.g. KPI's, problems, improvements on the shop floor (shop floor boards) >Basic

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