Shift Supervisor

About the company

Suretank Group has built its reputation over 30 years as a manufacturer of modular solutions, offshore tank and container solutions, and custom pressure vessel solutions for the energy, marine, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. Founded in 1995, the business is headquartered in Ireland and also operates manufacturing sites in the UK, the USA, and other locations around the world. The company is focused on growth, innovation, and a collaborative working environment.

Role overview

This role is for a Shift Supervisor who will take full ownership of a shift production team operating across three main manufacturing teams. The position follows a rotating shift pattern and is centered on keeping production on track, maintaining standards, and leading the team to deliver strong operational results.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the shift to meet daily production targets and support on-time customer deliveries.
• Monitor product quality, control operating costs, and maintain consistent output standards.
• Run daily shift meetings to share production data, highlight performance gaps, and agree corrective actions.
• Manage workflow across the shop floor by deploying available crew effectively across all manufacturing teams.
• Make sure standard operating procedures are followed at every stage of the manufacturing process.
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset aligned with the company’s Lean manufacturing approach.
• Coordinate the movement of materials, equipment, and resources to keep production balanced and uninterrupted.
• Improve team performance through coaching, feedback, counselling, and training.
• Handle operational HR matters such as attendance, holiday scheduling, and disciplinary concerns.
• Play a leading role in preventative maintenance planning and related interventions.
• Implement health and safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Report near misses and accidents immediately in line with health and safety procedures.
• Support and reinforce the 6S programme across the factory floor.
• Ensure all required shop routing cards, inspection test plans, paint reports, and other production paperwork are completed accurately and on time.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience in an engineering and fabrication setting.
• At least 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing principles is beneficial.
• Strong focus on performance, results, and operational delivery.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities, with the capacity to develop and support employees.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with MIG, TIG, blasting, and painting would be an advantage.
• Solid experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience operating cranes and forklifts.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career development.
• Pension scheme through MyFutureFund.
• Income protection cover.
• Death in service benefit.
• Employee referral bonus programme.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free on-site parking.

Additional information

The role is based in Dunleer, County Louth, Ireland and is an on-site full-time position. No salary, vacancy count, or start date was provided.