Operations Supervisor

Role Overview

We are searching for the best talent for an Operations Supervisor role to be based in Castletroy, Limerick. As part of the Manufacturing Team, the Operations Supervisor supports Operations Management in the production of contact lenses in the Value Stream. Working closely with Engineering, Quality and Operations Line management the role will have direct responsibility for managing key areas of the Value Stream to lead the production of a range of Medical Devices to fulfil global planning schedules, within determined quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Production Unit in close cooperation with Quality and Engineering to manufacture Medical Devices according to global planning requirements.
• Ensure all safety and quality standards are upheld to the highest possible standard.
• Lead year on year efficiency improvement and activity reduction.
• Build and maintain an environment of innovative continuous improvement, focusing on quality, cost reduction, process development and supply.
• Lead and mentor supervisory and operations personnel and develop people at all levels to grow within and beyond their current role.
• Lead specific projects for the Production Unit and across the full Operations function where relevant.
• Report on achievement of key performance metrics.
• Support all functions in the effective transfer of new products and processes into manufacturing processes.
• Ensure that housekeeping standards are maintained at all times across the Value Stream and continually seek opportunities for improvement.

Essential Requirements

• QQI Level 7 and above in Management or Technical qualification or related discipline.
• Relevant experience in a similar supervisory role.
• Ability to demonstrate standards of leadership - Managing Complexity, Innovations, Customer Focus.
• Technical or people/team management qualification.
• Project Management Skills / Experience with Lean Manufacturing processes/Six Sigma.

Desirable Skills

• Flexible, team focused.
• Good influencing skills at all levels (supervisor/direct report).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Technical knowledge, methodical.
• Agile Manufacturing, Agility Jumps, Analytical Reasoning, Business Process Management (BPM), Data Savvy, Developing Others, Efficiency Analysis, Equipment Maintenance, GMP, Inclusive Leadership, Issue Escalation, Leadership, Manufacturing Equipment, OSHA Compliance, Plant Operations, Predictive Maintenance, Problem Management, Project Management, Repair Management.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: €52,400 - €82,915.
• Annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, based on employee and company performance.
• Vacation days, parental leave (minimum 12 weeks), bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave.
• Well being reimbursement and programs for financial, physical and mental health.
• Service anniversary and recognition awards.
• Eligibility for various insurance plans and other benefits subject to location and plan terms.