Description

CEL - Critical Power

About The Role:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, our Production Supervisor will oversee daily operations on the production floor, ensuring efficient assembly and production of our low voltage switchgear products e.g. PDUs, RPPs and UL 891 switchgear. This role requires strong leadership, technical understanding of assembly processes and the ability to maintain quality, safety and delivery targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be passionate about what they do and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role demands strong people management and problem-solving skills.

What You'll Be Doing:

Production Management:

• Supervise and coordinate assembly teams to meet production schedules and output commitments.
• Monitor workflow and adjust resources to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and work instructions.

Quality Assurance:

• Maintain compliance with electrical standards and company quality requirements.
• Work with the QA team to conduct in-process inspections and implement corrective actions for non-conformances where required.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce Health and Safety regulations on the production floor for all personnel.
• Conduct regular safety checks and ensure proper use of PPE and tools.
• Report and investigate incidents or near misses.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, motivate and develop production staff to achieve performance goals.
• Provide training and coaching on assembly techniques and safety practices.
• Manage attendance, performance reviews and disciplinary actions when necessary.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and waste reduction.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and implement best practices.
• Contribute to Kaizen events and efficiency projects.

Coordination & Communication:

• Liaise with planning, logistics and engineering teams to ensure material availability and resolve production bottlenecks.
• Communicate progress and issues to management in a timely manner.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Technical qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• +5 years' experience in a supervisory role within electrical or switchgear manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of mechanical / electrical assembly processes.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production reporting tools.
• Ability to handle unexpected changes and maintain operational continuity.
• Familiarity with switchgear components and manufacturing processes.
• Capable of managing teams and fostering collaboration across departments.

Company Description:

CEL Critical Power - Powering the AI Revolution:

CEL has an opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing US business, where you will have an opportunity to make a significant impact on our immediate and long-term success of our Supply Chain function.

CEL is an Irish based 40-year manufacturer, distributor and exporter of electrical switchgear and controls, and related products and services, now focused on the supplying the global Data Centre industry.

Operating from our newly acquired 400,000ft² facility in Williamsburg, Virginia, we aim to double in size each year for the next three years.

CEL is led by a hard-working team who follow traditional working practices, value collaboration, continuous improvement, excellence in quality and commercial curiosity; this is your chance to develop your career as part of a dynamic US SMT who will shape the future of our business.

We strongly believe that seeking out and hiring the most diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create an exceptional and innovative workplace for our employees which will deliver excellence in service to our customers.

We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experience to join this multicultural, hard-working team.

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