JO-2605-565510
Production Shift Supervisor – Chemical Manufacturing
Dublin 12 | Rotating Shift Pattern (3 cycle Mon to Fri)
Cpl are delighted to be partnering with our client, a globally recognised leader within the Chemical Manufacturing sector, who are currently seeking to hire an experienced Production Shift Supervisor for their high-volume manufacturing facility based in Ballyfermot, Dublin 12.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Production Supervisor or Manufacturing Team Leader with experience in a highly regulated process manufacturing environment to join a well-established international organisation offering excellent career progression, advanced manufacturing exposure, and a market-leading salary and benefits package.
A key requirement for this role is that candidates will hold a 3rd level qualification in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Process Engineering, or another Chemistry-related discipline. Due to the complexity of the chemical manufacturing processes and the technical nature of the operation, this academic background is considered essential for success in the position.
The successful candidate will join a rotating 3-cycle shift pattern:
Day Shift – Monday to Friday
Evening Shift – Monday to Friday
Night Shift – Monday to Thursday only
What’s on Offer
Market leading base salary
30% shift premium
Annual bonus 10% of base salary
Pension (10% employer contribution)
Healthcare – fully paid for employee, spouse and dependents
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The Role
Reporting directly to the Plant Operations Manager, with a dotted reporting line to the Head of Continuous Improvement & Process Excellence, the Production Shift Supervisor will be responsible for leading and coordinating all shift production activities to ensure operational targets, safety standards, quality metrics and manufacturing KPIs are consistently achieved.
This position plays a critical leadership role within the site manufacturing operation and will involve driving production performance, continuous improvement initiatives, employee engagement and operational excellence across the plant.
The successful candidate will lead a team operating within a technically advanced chemical manufacturing environment and will be expected to optimise manufacturing processes, minimise downtime and support ongoing process improvement activities.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead, supervise and coordinate all production activities during shift operations
Ensure production schedules and manufacturing targets are achieved safely and efficiently
Drive operational performance across throughput, downtime reduction, waste reduction and changeover improvements
Maintain full compliance with all Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality and operational procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
Develop and motivate production teams to maximise engagement and performance
Work closely with Planning, Quality, Warehousing, Engineering and Process Excellence teams to achieve site objectives
Monitor and report on production KPIs and daily operational performance
Ensure all shift documentation, production records and site reports are accurately maintained
Identify opportunities for process optimisation and cost reduction initiatives
Support engineering, maintenance and site service activities during shift operations
Participate in operational improvement projects and manufacturing efficiency programmes
Ensure adherence to GMP, BRC or other regulated manufacturing standards where applicable
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Candidate Requirements
A 3rd level qualification is essential in one of the following disciplines:
o Chemical Engineering
o Industrial Chemistry
o Process Engineering
o Manufacturing Engineering with strong chemical/process manufacturing exposure
o Another Chemistry or Process Manufacturing related discipline
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a production leadership or supervisory role within a regulated process manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of complex chemical manufacturing processes is essential
Previous experience within industries such as:
o Chemical Manufacturing
o Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
o Petrochemical
o Food & Beverage Processing
o Brewing / Distilling
o GMP Controlled Manufacturing Environments
Proven people leadership and team management experience
Experience driving Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
Lean / Six Sigma certification or practical experience highly desirable
Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs and operational performance management
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced shift manufacturing environment
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and SAP experience desirable
Health & Safety qualification would be advantageous
Project Management experience would also be beneficial
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Those interested in this exciting new opportunity for a Production Shift Supervisor within the Chemical Manufacturing sector should submit their CV for immediate review or contact me - [email protected]
I will review the CV and reply back to you within 48 hours
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