Operations Supervisor – Neurovascular Facility, Cork

About the role

Stryker is looking for an Operations Supervisor to join its Neurovascular facility on Model Farm Road, Cork. The role is onsite, working days Monday to Thursday, and involves leading, inspiring and mentoring diverse teams across the site. The pay range for Ireland is EUR 57,000 to 94,000 per year.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the production team to achieve targets across quality, service, cost and people development.
• Plan and prioritise production to meet customer demand and keep appropriate inventory levels.
• Monitor output, KPIs, rework, scrap and quality standards, acting where needed.
• Coach, train and support team members, give regular feedback and handle performance issues fairly and promptly.
• Promote positive employee relations, engagement and open communication.
• Work with Training on training plans and take part in recruiting and selecting 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.
• Manage time, attendance, annual leave and overtime planning.

Required profile

• Degree or Master's in Business, Production Management, Engineering or a similar discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years' supervisor experience.
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude within a cross-functional team.
• Genuine interest in developing people and coaching others.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of GMP and FDA regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of housekeeping and health and safety.
• Ability to coach, give effective feedback and manage performance.