Manufacturing Production Entry Professional

Production Supervisor

The opportunity

• Reporting & Documentation Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and downtime logs.
• Lead or participate in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma initiatives.
• Quality Control & Assurance Oversee product quality at each stage of production.

• Production Planning & Execution Coordinate daily production schedules to meet output targets.
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials. Monitor workflow and adjust resources as needed to avoid bottlenecks.
• Team Leadership & Supervision Supervise and motivate production staff to achieve performance goals.
• Conduct training and skill development sessions for team members.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Quality Control & Assurance Oversee product quality at each stage of production.
• Collaborate with the quality assurance team to resolve defects or deviations.
• Implement corrective actions to maintain product standards.
• Process Improvement Identify inefficiencies and recommend process enhancements.
• Lead or participate in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma initiatives.
• Support implementation of automation or digital tools on the shop floor.
• Reporting & Documentation Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and downtime logs.
• Analyse production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Report KPIs and performance metrics to senior management.
• Safety & Compliance Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments. Ensure adherence to environmental and occupational health regulations Lead incident investigations and implement preventive measures.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business .

• Education Bachelor's / Diploma degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
• Production Management Proven ability to manage shift operations, allocate resources, and meet daily production targets.
• Team Leadership Strong leadership skills with experience in supervising shop floor teams, conducting performance reviews, and driving employee engagement.
• Quality & Compliance In-depth knowledge of quality control processes, ISO standards, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Lean Manufacturing Practical experience with lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis (RCA) for continuous improvement.
• Technical Proficiency Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, production planning software, and Microsoft Office Suite. Communication & Reporting Strong communication skills for cross-functional coordination and reporting KPIs to management.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.