Production Supervisor

At Eakin Healthcare we put our patient at the heart of everything we do.

Fifty years ago, it all started with one man’s mission: pharmacist, Tom George Eakin. He saw his patients struggling with leaking urostomy pouches and decided enough was enough. He got to work and formulated what would become the game-changing, eakin Cohesive® seal.

Fast forward to today, and we’re still keeping it in the family. We’ve grown a lot since then, both organically and through acquisitions. We now have a team of over 700 colleagues across three manufacturing sites and 12 sales and distribution centres. We’re making a difference in three therapeutic areas:

• Ostomy
• Respiratory
• Surgical

We’re proud to export our innovative products to over 60 countries through a network of 40 distributors plus our own offices in Japan, The Netherlands, France, Germany, Belgium and Luxemburg.

We’re good at what we do – come and join us and you can benefit from:

• Bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 28)
• Option to buy holiday days
• Wellbeing Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Referral Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Free Parking

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of staff within the Ostomy manufacturing team, ensuring the required standards of product quality and departmental efficiency are achieved. Ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Company Quality Management System and associated regulations. Managing and leading the manufacturing unit in line with business planning requirements working closely with staff delivering a harmonious and productive working environment.

Working Pattern:

Days: 08:30 - 17.30 Mon-Thurs & 8:30 - 13:00 Friday

KEY ACTIVITIES

Supervision

• Supervise staff in the Ostomy manufacturing department, ensuring the required standards of product quality and departmental efficiency are achieved.
• Ensuring all training records reflect skill base of workforce and training needs are addressed.
• Implement disciplinary procedures and policies as and when required.
• Conduct all return-to-work interviews, probation reviews and performance appraisals for production employees.

Quality Control

• Meet all the Quality Management System requirements, including all aspects of record keeping and document control (ensuring compliance with and adherence to all Company Policies and Procedures).
• Participate as required in Internal Auditing of the Quality Management System when required, ensure that corrective actions are taken in the event of any adverse variances.
• Maintain a robust traceability system for the Production departments, maintaining Production Records in accordance with the Quality Management System. Continue to improve the use of the computer software systems relevant to the Manufacturing section to maintain stock accuracy/control plus traceability of components through the manufacturing processes.
• Ensure all tooling/machinery are maintained, repaired, and refurbished to meet the needs of the Business.

Health and Safety 

• Have input when generating Risk Assessment Data for all aspects of the Production Departments including all equipment and processes.
• Perform regular safety walks with operators within your Team, promoting a culture of Health and Safety.
• Ensure production staff have received a comprehensive health and safety training relevant to their role, including risk assessments, work instructions, proper handling of equipment, personal protective equipment and other safe working practices.
• Assist Production Manager/H&SE Manager in Incident Management by reporting and investigating workplace accidents, injuries, and near misses. Take appropriate corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist the Production Manager in identifying opportunities for process improvement, making recommendations where necessary, adopting a Continuous Improvement culture using LEAN manufacturing methods.
• Engender a culture of cleanliness and efficiency throughout the manufacturing environment, ensure that all operators and machinery perform to their optimum efficiency.
• Assist the Production Manager to achieve KPI’s including efficiencies, resourcing, quality, waste, compliance and throughput.

Other

• To adhere to the company’s Ways of Working, Equal Opportunities policy and Dignity at Work policy in all activities and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible
• To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the company’s’ Health and Safety policy
• To adhere to the company’s Quality policy and Environmental policy
• To undertake other duties as may be reasonably required

KEY SKILLS

Essential

• Previous Production Supervisory experience
• Significantly strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Previous experience working within a QMS

Desirable

• Leader with potential for further career development
• Previous experience within Medical Device Manufacturing
  
  

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• Production Team
• Group Operations Team
• Reporting to the Production Lead/Manager

External

• Project Team member
• Any visitors to the site

COMPETENCIES

Decision Quality
Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.

Action Oriented
Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Resourcefulness
Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.

Directs Work
Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.

Manages Conflict
Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

Communicates Effectively
Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Being Resilient
Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Situational Adaptability
Adapting approach and demeanour in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.