Position Summary
JOB PURPOSE
The Production Supervisor – Mechanical Department is responsible for managing and leading all daily production activities within the mechanical workshop, will customarily and regularly supervise, train, monitor, identify and assign work tasks, performance manage, and otherwise direct the work of all operators within the Assigned Value Stream while utilizing established documentation, tools, equipment (e.g., lathe, milling, grinding, honing, balancing, laser marking, gold plating, etc.). The role ensures that production targets are achieved in terms of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity while developing team capability and driving continuous improvement using Lean principles.
MAIN DUTIES
- Plan, organize, and supervise daily production activities for approximately 60 workers across multiple machining and special process areas.
- Ensure production output meets customer requirements and internal targets for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Productivity.
- Allocate manpower and resources effectively based on production priorities and capacity planning.
- Monitor machine utilization and coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering to minimize downtime.
- Enforce compliance with Standard Work, Work Instructions, HSE rules, and 5S standards in all areas.
- Review production performance daily (KPIs, TIB boards, reports) and escalate issues where necessary.
- Lead daily shift meetings and communication with operators and team leaders.
- Drive continuous improvement activities using Lean tools (Kaizen, 5S, visual management, waste reduction, etc.).
- Support training, multi-skilling, and competency development for operators and technicians.
Key Accountabilities
Output (What must be achieved)
Actions (How to achieve)
Safe working environment
Enforce HSE rules, conduct safety talks, audit compliance, investigate incidents
Production targets achieved
Plan manpower, balance workload, monitor progress, adjust priorities daily
Stable product quality
Ensure adherence to SW, conduct quality checks, address non-conformities promptly
On-time delivery
Coordinate with Planning, monitor schedules, remove bottlenecks
High Performance Teams
Coach team leaders, evaluate performance, provide feedback and recognition
Continuous improvement
Lead Kaizen activities, implement Lean tools, track improvement actions
Compliance to standards
Ensure compliance with ISO / AS9100, customer requirements, internal procedures
Accurate reporting
Maintain production records, KPIs, and communicate status to management
Jobholder Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: Minimum 5–8 years in manufacturing environment, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory/leadership role.
- Experience in mechanical production processes: CNC/Manual lathe, milling, grinding, honing, balancing, surface treatment, special processes is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of production planning, capacity management, and shopfloor control.
- Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 8 Wastes, and continuous improvement methods.
- Good knowledge of HSE and quality systems (AS9100, ISO, internal procedures, SOPs).
- Foreign languages: English is a must. Knowledge of French is an advantage.
- Computer skills: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), basic reporting tools.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Leadership and people management
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Planning and organization
- Accountability and ownership
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Customer and quality orientation
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Other Information
- Must comply with all company HSE policies and procedures.
- Will be required to work closely with cross-functional teams for improvement projects, audits, and customer visits.
- May be required to work shifts depending on production needs.
