Plant Supervisor (afternoon shift 3 : 30pm - 1 : 00am)

Our story began with a passionate idea that we could change the world.... And to be honest, we’ve never stopped believing that... In 1986 it was a simple concept that microbiology teamed with innovation and clinical contribution could eliminate an issue that was profoundly impacting the healthcare industry – HIV acquired through needle-stick injuries.In Australia, we lived out our dream. Investing years into R&D to create the safest containment system in the world and taking on the industry status quo to petition for higher standards in sharps protection, we witnessed an 80+ percent reduction in disposal-related needlestick injuries nationwide. And then we kept going...The Plant supervisor will be accountable for managing production workers, facility maintenance, including hiring, training, developing, and ongoing floor support and direction.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Plant operation, plant maintenance and leadership of shift crew; physically on the floor leading by example
• Compile and monitor site operations metrics and KPI’s, and provide analysis and feedback to managers and supervisors
• Troubleshooting and problem solving as directed, and have the ability to provide practical solutions in the workplace
• Management of specific projects, such as, but not limited to : process mapping for the flow of the WashSmart, developing layered audits, and the implementation of 5S.
• Occasional coverage to Lead Hand roles in order to ensure business continuity
• Coordinate internal communication forums, such as “Tailgate Meetings” and Safety Committee Meetings
• With guidance, undertake internal process reviews as follows :
• Processing mapping
• SOP development
• Training initiatives
• Development of audits
• Continuous improvement of future state process mapping
• Monitor plant equipment and make minor repairs when possible
• Stock control, inventory, and ordering are to standard compilation and monitoring of floor production operational metrics to provide analysis and feedback to Plant Managers and / or Plant Supervisors
• Management of specific projects as directed by the Plant Manager or Senior Managers
• Streamlined operations such as process flow mapping, time in motion studies, risk assessments, and other continuous improvement functions are updated and in line with current metrics
• Oversight and maintenance of the regulatory compliance, ISO, and AQIS administration for the site
• Preventive program maintenance is done at the end of each shift
• Training, and developing of all plant floor personnel including but not limited to production associate
• Organization of staff and resources are effectively utilized
• Strong team performance is cultivated to achieve equipment delivery on time and to budget
• Complaints escalated appropriately to management
• Assistance with performance annual review
• Motivated, productive, highly professional and focused on internal and external customer care team
• Facility maintenance and upkeep program are developed and maintained
• All machinery, floor workplaces, and operating areas are free of clutter, debris, or other OSHA hazards
• Ensure all staff required for transport and plant are appropriately trained and motivated
• Effective scheduling of employees and tasks to meet deadlines
• Maintenance of a “team” relationship between operations and other departments

Requirements and Skills

$75,000 - $80,000 a yearDaniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Daniels Health & Sharpsmart conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.