Shift Manager

We’re Hiring Shift ManagersWesterwood Global provides service solutions ranging from entry–level to experienced personnel, within high tech manufacturing facilities. We are a trusted partner for the world’s leading semiconductor companies and are looking for Shift Managers to lead our Teams based on our Customer's site in Leixlip, Co. Kildare.The person for the jobProven leadership skills and experiencePhysical stamina to work the duration of a 12-hour shiftTechnical aptitudeA strong team playerHave excellent organisational and time keeping skillsAbility to adapt to different tasksAbility to lead and motivate a team – act as a leader and mentorPurpose of the roleAs a Shift Manager, you will act as the main point of contact for all matters arising in Operational activities on your shift, as well as all people management activities within your rostered team. You will champion and drive the core values of the company and act as a leader to your team.Role RequirementsLevel 7 Management qualification desired but not essentialExperience in a leadership role within a high-volume manufacturing environment or similar industryAbility to prioritise and maintain oversight across a number of functional areasStrong working knowledge of Microsoft office – with particular working knowledge of ExcelWorking knowledge of Time & Attendance system management and functional useAbility to work a 4-shift cycle, 12-hour shifts (day & night including weekends)Ability to wear PPE in a Cleanroom environment100% compliance with all safety and protocol specs and regulationsWhat you will be doingPerformance Management – acting as first point of contact for all complaints and carrying out grievance and disciplinary procedures as relevantWeekly, Monthly, Quarterly one-2-one meetings for overall teamManaging all escalation’s made by the Shift CoordinatorAccountable for the creation of communications and distribution to all employees in conjunction with the Head of Operations and HR DepartmentSoftworks System Administration – Responsibility for all timesheet creations, amendments and approvalsAbsence Management & Approve shift changes, vacation approval and organisation of coverage, absence coverage and overtime needs – reflecting as relevant in SoftworksR&R AdministrationPerformance Reviews and RatingsInvolved in internal and external recruitment, candidate identification, interviews and offer recommendationsLiaising with the HR Department on a regular basisSafetyManages safety training requirementsSafety incident/accident investigationOwns safety for all areas on shiftOwn investigation on accidents / incidents and sign off for delivery to insurance companyAccountable for ensuring spec adherence is maintained, and that safety and quality requirements remain a focus at all times Accountable for area understanding of required safety standards and compliance to training requirementsAccountable for SCUBS and AAR'sQuality Runs Ops meeting and owns AR’s (Actions Required)Champions Metrics (assign overall responsibility for Metrics)Gathers performance management dataRotating attendance at area pass down meetingsCreate documents from learnings and complete trainingReview all AR Creations & AnalysisPopulates DashboardPresents focus meetings/stand-downs/toolbox talksOwns data collection and report managementDrives core valuesAccountable and mentors on root cause analysisMonitor group training inclusive of direct reports CustomerPrimary Customer POC and delivery of priority changes to service and team.Monitor and control customer dashboard with comms and general interactionAttend Customer meetings Any other duties as reasonably required as part of the role.Benefits of working with Westerwood GlobalDiscounted rates of on-site facilitiesFree on-site car parkingReward & Recognition ProgrammeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLearning and developmentOpportunities for career progressionAbout Westerwood GlobalWe provide a positive working environment – with emphasis on teamwork, positive interactions, and sense of communityWe focus on good communication – open channels, open door policy and regular company updatesWe provide opportunities to gain experience, develop skills and gain invaluable knowledge of the semi-conductor and high-tech industry If this position sounds interesting to you, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Send us a mail or click below to apply. We appreciate your interest in working with us and look forward to hearing from you.