Supervisor at UNOCASA Limited

Job Description

• The production Supervisor responsible for leading a team of production personnel, ensuring adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols. The Production Supervisor is expected to have a strong blend of technical knowledge, leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement as S/he works with the production leadership team to meet set goals.

Responsibilities
Production Management:

• Supervise a team of production workers, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and providing coaching and feedback.
• Oversee daily production activities to ensure they meet established schedules, quality control standards, and safety protocols.
• Identify and address production bottlenecks, implementing solutions to optimize efficiency and output.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of production equipment by team members.
• Track production data and generate reports to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., planning, quality control, maintenance) to ensure smooth production flow.

Inventory Management:

• Maintain accurate inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods, minimising stockouts and overstocking.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies.

Safety and Quality:

• Implement and enforce all safety regulations and procedures on the production floor to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and address any potential hazards promptly.
• Ensure adherence to quality control standards throughout the production process.
• Investigate and address quality control issues promptly to maintain product quality.

Teamwork and Leadership:

• Motivate, coach, and develop a team of production personnel to achieve individual and departmental goals.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, addressing employee concerns and ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Delegate tasks effectively and empower team members to take ownership of their responsibilities.
• Clearly communicate production goals, schedules, and procedures to the team.
• Address performance issues constructively and implement corrective action plans.

Problem-Solving and Improvement:

• Identify and troubleshoot production problems, implementing solutions to minimize downtime and disruptions.
• Analyse production data to identify areas for improvement and implement process optimization strategies.
• Stay up-to-date on new technologies and industry best practices in production processes.

Skill Requirements

• Minimum OND in any discipline
• Production floor experience with at least one year as a supervisor
• Familiarity with basic production equipment and processes
• Proven experience in leading and motivating a production team.
• Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management principles
• Good supervisory skills in managing a team of workers.
• Effective team player.
• Able to take instructions from ASM and SM.
• Able to monitor workers individual performance and correct/improve them accordingly.
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in highly stressful environment and deliver.
• Expected to be a role model to workers in terms of accountability, work attitude and ethics.