Job description
Production Supervisor
Location: Newry
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Continental (Rotating Days & Nights)
A global, highly regulated manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join its production leadership team at a large, modern facility in Northern Ireland.
This is a key frontline leadership role, responsible for supervising production teams, maintaining GMP standards, and driving safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations within a regulated environment.
Shift Pattern
This role operates on a continental shift pattern with excellent built-in rest periods and a structured work-life balance.
- Alternating 4-day and 3-day working weeks
- Combination of day and night shifts
- Regular, planned rest days built into the rota
- Predictable long-term schedule
The Role:
- Supervise, coach, and develop production operatives
- Ensure full compliance with GMP, quality systems, and regulatory requirements
- Oversee daily manufacturing activities to meet production targets
- Review production documentation and quality records
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support SOP updates
- Manage deviations, investigations, and CAPA actions
- Plan resources, staffing, and equipment to meet operational demand
- Work closely with quality, engineering, and support functions
What We're Looking For:
- 5+ years' experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
- Previous supervisory or team-lead experience
- Strong people management and communication skills
- Good understanding of GMP and quality management systems
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Flexibility to work a rotating continental shift pattern
What's On Offer:
- Permanent role within a global manufacturing organisation
- Structured continental shift pattern with built-in rest periods
- Alternating 4-day / 3-day working weeks
- Excellent benefits package
- Long-term career development opportunities
- Modern, well-invested manufacturing facility
If you are interested in this role and would like a confidential discussion, click apply or reach out to karl.yellop@vanrath.com
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