Paint Operations - Manager

Key Result Areas (Accountability & Responsibility of the role)

Lead by example, ensuring a safe and efficient workplace is maintained at all times

Achieve the required company quality standards ensuring both internal and external customer satisfaction 

Ensuring that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) are monitored and targets achieved

Communicate with the teams by utilizing visual management, delivering shift briefs with a focus on quality, cost and delivery, and gathering ideas for improvement

Support the implementation of engineering changes, production trials, model change and pilot build 

Report and act upon plant or machinery breakdowns to maintenance technicians

Supervise and control resource effectively to support customer delivery requirements and also Lean Manufacturing principles 

Monitor and maintain company Absence Control Procedures to ensure maximum attendance levels 

Deal with personnel issues on shift including interaction with the Trade Union, in line with Company Policy and Agreements

Liaise and communicate with other departments and ensure an effective interface is maintained

Conduct incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and associated reporting and action closure

Key Skills Required

Prior experience in the Industry in Monitoring Shift Operations in the Paint Shop for a significant production volume.

Ability to sustain and develop team working and team-based problem solving 

High level of numerical and analytical ability 

Possess the ability to lead and motivate a team of people to succeed by utilizing appropriate interpersonal styles including leading by example, setting objectives and defining responsibilities to give a clear sense of direction 

Ability to build effective relationships with work colleagues 

Ability to sustain and develop team working and team-based problem solving 

Able to achieve results by setting high standards and committing to clear objectives

Adaptable to change and varying situations 

Ability to show resilience and a flexible approach