Operations Supervisor

OPPORTUNITY

This role is responsible for the performance of the JLR and 3PL operational team to deliver all operational targets by ensuring volume, quality and associated scorecard metrics such as Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale and Environment are met. This role will manage the day to day JLR, DHL operation, maintenance functions over multi-shift operations within budget ensuring all material is delivered on time to relevant JLR overseas assembly operations (India / Brazil). Provide UK IEO based support for any requirements from overseas plants to enable their delivery of operational targets.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESONSIBILITIES

Operations

Initial project leadership and inputs into design and delivery of new packshop mirroring UK packing processes where appropriate
Shift lead for JLR Operations team ensuring 3PL meet operational build targets and supporting with any obstacles to achievement
Attend daily Start of Shift Meeting and prepare End of Shift reports against daily build plan, safety and performance
Work with RFU team to support material flow into, and out of the facility to support weekly build plan
Interface with DHL to Improve & Optimise capacity & utilization on sequence material collection routes (Workshop)
Raise all shopping carts for ad hoc repairs or special requirements
Raise any Consumable orders through IESA and track (KPI)
Track all damaged stillages, supervise return & repair and track costs
Circulate latest Safety bulletins and alerts to 3PL
Authorise KSM when required
Authorise Deviation from process when required
Cover Seq Resupply ‘C’ & RFU Supervisor ‘D’ grade during absence / Holiday etc.
Raise all IT Access requests for JLR Access to CMMS, CDSID, EMA, KD2000 & SAP access
Drive manufacturing systems throughout facility, including supporting DHL delivering 5S, safety walks, Kaizen Lean learning and any JLR systems and processes that can be shared when required
Ensure compliance to, and represent CKD in Internal and 2nd Party audits relating to IATF certification and standards
Maintain JLR WAY Processes as Administrator, DRIM, T Matrix, R&R, Risk Register, Turtle, Train Logs
Maintain Fire evacuation register, and perform roll call as Fire Marshall


Data Integrity

Working with Data Integrity, support part changes and model year programs to ensure a smooth transition and minimise Obsolescence. (LEQOS)
Working with RFU teams, supervise Obsolescence returns to main plants (CB/SOL/EMC/ & Halewood)
Support and work with the JLR Sequence team to achieve its targets.
Identify and implement cost saving initiatives (Freight Reduction, EMC, GO Bulk Project & Packing, Inventory location Aftermarket)


Facilities

Working with 3PL and plant, lead Maintenance and facilities standards and processes. Provide Leadership and support to workgroup members at times of reactive maintenance, ensuring safe working at all times.
Instigate and lead improvement projects
Develop plans for obsolete equipment removal and upgrade
Determine how critical a failure is to the organization based on the priority of equipment, the severity of the fault and the impact on Production. Support DHL team when required in Emergency breakdown cover to repair failures
Keep asset register up to date
Prepare Statements of Work (SOW) for new tenders
Facilitate and co-ordinate RAMs as required
Support & Organise JLR activities on Facility master schedule (BES Insurance Inspections)
Liaise with 3PL on agreed Annual facility Master schedule cadence.
Identify Suitable suppliers to support Day to day Maintenance and Future Projects
Support Project initiatives, obtain quotes, interface with suppliers and supply accurate information.
Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

Relevant previous experience of Operational environment including consistent delivery of productivity targets in Manufacturing
Experience of managing multi-skilled teams in multi-shift operations in Manufacturing or logistics
Proven experience of operational delivery processes and procedures
Thorough understanding of Logistics/ Manufacturing Processes, Tools and Techniques
Demonstrable and experience in the application of a logical approach to Problem Solving.
Working knowledge and experience of delivering SQDCME scorecard metrics
Proven ability to work within tight deadlines & be able to manage and prioritise multiple activities simultaneously
Experience and working knowledge of Health and Safety Audits
Strong analytical skills and an ability to move rapidly from problem identification to resolution.
Organised, collaborative, resilient and ability to deliver in a time-sensitive process environment
Ability to work under pressure, balancing competing priorities to achieve deadlines, and deliver operational plans in a complex, high demanding environment.
A strong communicator with the ability to communicate effectively with and manage key stakeholders to influence cross functional engagement.
Strong interpersonal skills in order to be effective when dealing with different markets / cultures / functions / levels.
IT and Business Process knowledge - Compliance with standard policies and procedures.


Desirable

Microsoft package elements Power Point and Excel
Thorough Understanding and Application of Lean Tools and Techniques
Experience working in a fast paced Logistics / manufacturing environment
Experience delivering facility, engineering or manufacturing based projects
Experience of working in partnership with a 3rd party contractor at management level
Knowledge of Material Planning & Logistics highly desirable.
ERP Systems knowledge and experience – including CMMS3 & SAP
Experience of managing external suppliers and constructively challenging and driving them to improve performance.
Strong track record of successful Stakeholder Management.
Enthusiastic in identifying business improvements and/or opportunities.

• For relax, regeneration, as well as for sport activities surrounded by your colleagues, accessible from October 2023, our Centre of health and well-being. Fitness centre, multifunctional playgrounds, table tennis, yoga, massages, nutritionist, psychological counsellor and legal advisor directly in a building helping each and every employee, not only taking care about health, but also strengthen friendship with colleagues in professionally equipped spaces, for free.

• Catering only for 1€. During the breaks, you can have a rest, relax and/or have a snack, beverages from a variety of options offered in our automatic machines.

• Contribution to regeneration and education in value of 200€.

• Give us a recommendation for a new colleagues and get a bonus in a value of 250€ brutto. The more successful candidates you can provide us with, the more you can get.

• For travelling we are offering you contribution of 60€ per month.

• After 12 finished months here with us, we provide you with 400€ brutto, so you can by yourself choose from our Jaguar Land Rover benefits. You all know how you want to spend your free time, either by relaxing, shopping, education…

• Jaguar Land Rover will contribute with 3% from the sum of your salary for your additional pension savings and will cover your life and accident insurance in full.

• You will work in a well-equipped environment, where we make sure our employees feel comfortable and taken care of, so they have all they need, in terms of a proper working environment.

• Your career development is vital for us, that is why we also offer you opportunities for additional education, training courses, etc.

• In Jaguar Land Rover, we also care about our surroundings, including environment, hundreds of our volunteers have already been helping Nitra and communities living here.