Manufacturing Supervisor
GE Vernova, Kilsby, Northamptonshire
Manufacturing Supervisor
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GE Vernova, Kilsby, Northamptonshire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 6 Aug | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 87eee48a18ad49f4b57b0d3043344144
Location ref: Kilsby, Northamptonshire
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives are achieved while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee development.,
- Lead and supervise daily production activities to achieve manufacturing schedules and monthly production targets.
- Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with EHS policies and procedures.
- Drive quality excellence by ensuring products meet required quality standards.
- Allocate work effectively and optimize manpower utilization to maximize operational efficiency.
- Monitor production performance and support cost control against budget targets.
- Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Fulfilment, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to meet production and customer requirements.
- Develop a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Lead Lean initiatives, including 5S, waste reduction, process improvements, and operational efficiency projects.
- Support the development, coaching, and performance management of production employees, including skills assessments and development discussions.
- Manage employee relations matters in partnership with HR, where required.
- Coordinate contractor activities in line with site requirements.
- Provide operational support and cover for peers as needed.
- Complete production reporting and other management activities as required.
- Undertake additional reasonable responsibilities in line with business needs.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university is preferred but not essential. - Experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally involving rotating machinery or electrical manufacturing.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced production environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to prioritize workload and meet production deadlines.
- Good computer literacy, including familiarity with manufacturing systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions while also taking initiative independently. Desired Characteristics:
- Passion for continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing principles.
- Experience implementing 5S and operational excellence initiatives.
- Strong leadership and people development skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and build effective working relationships.
- Organized, proactive, and customer-focused approach.
- Ability to plan, execute, and communicate operational priorities effectively.
At GE Vernova Power Conversion , we provide electrification solutions that enable customers to power energy-intensive operations while improving energy efficiency. We are recognized for delivering high-performance electrical systems and solutions across the marine, energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors.
Competitive compensation and flexible benefits designed to support your individual needs, including: - Company pension contribution
- Income protection
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Healthy lifestyle allowance
- 34 days of annual leave, including public holidays, with flexibility where business needs allow.