Operations Supervisor – Manufacturing

About the role

Stryker Tullagreen is looking for an Operations Supervisor to lead, support and develop its manufacturing teams. The role is onsite and offers shift options: a day shift from Monday to Friday, or a rotating three-shift cycle covering day, night and split shifts. You will help deliver production targets, maintain high standards of quality and safety and foster an environment where people can learn, contribute and succeed.

Key responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve targets across safety, quality, service, cost and people development.
• Plan and prioritise production to meet customer demand and keep appropriate inventory levels.
• Monitor production performance, including rework, scrap, line clearance and quality audits, and act where needed.
• Coach, mentor and support team members, give regular feedback and handle performance issues fairly and promptly.
• Foster positive employee relations and engagement, and work with Training on training programmes and team development plans.
• Support recruitment and selection of Production Operators.
• Maintain high standards of GMP, 6S, housekeeping and health and safety.
• Lead and take part in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Communicate team and business performance through regular meetings and daily engagement on the production floor.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality and other functions to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Manage time and attendance, annual leave and overtime planning.

Required profile

• Degree or Master's in Business, Production Management, Engineering or a similar discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years' supervisor experience.
• Broad knowledge of production environment principles, practices and procedures; usually works with a minimum of supervision, consulting the leader on unusual matters.
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude within a cross-functional team.

What we offer

• Pay range in Ireland of EUR 57,000 to 94,000 per year, with possible incentive compensation such as bonus or commission.
• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and contribute to products used by patients worldwide.