Operations Shift Supervisor – Heavy Duty Rotor Repair Cell
Job Summary
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing daily repair operations ensuring Safety Quality Delivery and Cost (SQDC) performance while driving operational excellence through lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
This role requires strong leadership technical problem-solving ability and hands-on shop floor engagement to ensure efficient workflow minimal downtime and consistent compliance with quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership & Shift Supervision
Lead and manage night shift rotor repair operations ensuring smooth execution of takt-based production schedules.
Supervise and coordinate a team of technicians including manpower allocation attendance tracking and task assignment.
Conduct toolbox meetings and Daily Management System (DMS) reviews covering SQDC performance.
Escalate operational issues through established communication channels (e.g. Andon systems) and ensure timely resolution.
2. Operational Excellence & Lean Manufacturing
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste reduce variability and improve process efficiency.
Promote and sustain a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement in problem-solving activities.
3. Safety Health & Environmental (EHS) Compliance
Ensure full compliance with all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies procedures and regulatory requirements.
Promote and enforce Life Saving Rules and a strong safety-first culture across the shift.
Conduct risk assessments incident investigations and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions.
Participate in Gemba walks and Layered Process Reviews (LPR) to identify and address safety gaps.
4. Quality Management
Ensure adherence to quality standards work instructions and inspection requirements.
Enforce standardized work practices and support compliance with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions for quality deviations.
5. Equipment & Process Management
Troubleshoot equipment and process-related issues in collaboration with Maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
Monitor equipment performance and support preventive maintenance activities.
Identify process bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions to improve throughput.
Requirements
Education & Experience
Diploma in Mechanical Manufacturing Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with team lead or supervisory responsibilities.
Proven experience in heavy equipment maintenance or similar technical operations is preferred.
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership interpersonal and team management capabilities.
Strong problem-solving analytical and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
Experience in root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive action systems.
Knowledge of quality and safety standards including ISO 9001 (and OHSAS 18001 or equivalent).
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced night shift production environment.
Ability to respond promptly to operational emergencies and escalations.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Required Experience:
Manager
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