Back to jobsEnsure all staff follow site safety rules, PPE requirements, and safe working procedures.
Engage in daily safety conversations with operators to reinforce safe behaviors, and identify potential hazards.
Ensure LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) is in force at all times and that permits are being completed when required.
Stop unsafe work immediately and correct it.
Supporting the Health & Safety Manager, assist in the reporting and investigations, near misses, hazards, and incidents.
Ensure machines run to the planned schedule meeting daily production targets (output, waste, efficiency, downtime).
Monitor production KPIs throughout the shift and take action when performance drops
Ensure make readys, changeovers, and quality checks are completed correctly and on time.
Develop the team and introduced standardised working practices.
Make sure all operators update their performance boards every day and that the information is accurate and complete.
Confirm operators complete all required quality checks (board grade, print, glue, dimensions, palletisation).
Ensure non-conforming product is quarantined and reported.
Work with Quality Department to address issues quickly and prevent recurrence.
Allocate staff to machines based on skill and production needs.
Manage breaks, absences, and shift cover.
Coach operators and assistants to improve skills, efficiency, and teamwork.
Address performance or behaviour issues promptly and fairly.
Ensure all training records (operator skills, machine training, safety training) are accurate and up to date.
Ensure manning levels are always current and displayed on the board at least one week in advance.
Provide clear and structured handovers to the next shift.
Ensure employees are sticking to the allocated times for proper handovers.
Report key issues to Production/Operations management.
Keep the team informed about priorities, changes, and expectations.
Ensure operators understand the importance of updating their performance boards and follow up daily to ensure it is done.
Ensure operators complete basic daily maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, checks).
Report breakdowns immediately and coordinate with maintenance.
Ensure machines are operated safely and within correct parameters.
Complete all shift paperwork accurately (production reports, downtime logs, quality sheets).
Ensure compliance with company procedures, ISO standards, and customer requirements.
Support internal and external audits when required.
Maintain strong 5S standards across the shop floor.
