Production Supervisor Oregon TF Derby Job in Kettering Recruiting by Barratt Developments

What you'll be doing? Oregon Timber Frame (OTFE), one of the UK’s largest timber frame manufacturers a division of Barratt Developments PLC, Britain’s largest housebuilder, following an acquisition in 2019. We specialise in the design, manufacture, supply, and erection of structural timbers for all divisions across the Barratt Group. Barratt is nationally recognised as 5-star housebuilder for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. We combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of house building. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue their desired career. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background, or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. JOB PURPOSE To manage all manufacturing, pre kit, and logistics areas with limited supervision. To assist with streamlining our production facility in Derby to ensure all manufacturing outputs are delivered efficiently. To assign materials, equipment and human resources to production and oversee the quality control and costs within the designated department. To review production schedules for the Derby and be the primary liaison with the shifts (morning/afternoon). PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting directly to the Production Manager. Appoint labour to ensure the smooth running of the production department. Oversee Quality control throughout the assigned production process. Ensure production is completed before deadlines. Monitor the efficiency of production equipment. Help select equipment and take responsibility for ensuring timely maintenance. Organise the repair of any damaged equipment. Update the Operations Director on the status of workload and projects? Liaise and coordinate Assistant Supervisors on production with other departments. Resolve day to daylabour disputes where requested. Decide on and order the required resources and ensure adequate stock levels. Monitor the production processes and adjust schedules with the production managers' schedules as needed. Monitor productivity rates and product standards and implement quality control programmes. Liaise with different departments, teams, and companies, e.g., suppliers, managers, clients? Ensure that health and safety guidelines and SSOW are always adhered to. Ensure ISO and Chain of Custody processes and procedures are adhered to, and documentation is accurately maintained. Work with managers to implement the Company's policies and strategic goals. Supervise and motivate colleagues to achieve/overachieve performance goals. In conjunction with Production Manager review worker performance and identify training needs. Update Skills Matrix for a shift as/when required to ensure continued development and promote multi-skilling across production processes. To succeed in this role, the successful candidate should demonstrate exceptional planning abilities, which would translate to high production rates and be able to act decisively when solving production-related issues. What you'll need? ESSENTIAL SKILLS Previous experience in supervising/managing in a manufacturing industry. Ability to use ERP systems, reporting and analysis of data. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to supervise production teams confidently and proactively. Exceptional ability to solve production-related concerns. All round knowledge of materials, equipment and labour is required throughout the production process. Competence with computer-based administration and record keeping. Ability to work independently under the Production Manager and as a key part of the production team. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills when liaising with another department. Availability to work extended hours to meet deadlines, as/when necessary. QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing supervisory or management-type role. IOSH Working safely accredited. Have or working towards, IOSH Managing Safety certification. Man-management qualification. Good understanding of LEAN manufacturing processes. HOURS OF WORK: Minimum 37.5 hours per week 6.30-16.30 Monday – Wednesday 6.30-16.00 Thursday Flexibility on Friday, if your areas are in the Supervisor needs to be in or rotation with another shift Supervisor Weekend working also required to ensure manufacturing output is effectively managed and achieved. This job description outlines the main duties and key performance outcomes of the role, it is not exhaustive or exclusive. Our Company and Benefits We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2009 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. As part of working for Barratt Developments PLC and specifically for this role we offer: Competitive Salary Competitive Bonus Scheme Annual Health Assessment 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days) Choice of Flexible Benefits Enhanced Family Friendly Policies Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover