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production supervisor

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Production supervisors coordinate, plan and direct manufacturing and production processes. They are responsible for reviewing production schedules or orders as well as dealing with staff in these production areas.

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Competences
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Groups
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Essential
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Optional
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Essential knowledge 3 competences

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energy conservation

The practice of reducing energy consumption and using fewer energy services. As a sustainable process, energy conservation is done by replacing used energy with alternative sources, using more efficient energy products, or refraining from particular energy products or services to conserve it.

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Excludes energy efficiency
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manufacturing processes

The steps required through which a material is transformed into a product, its development and full-scale manufacturing.

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production processes

Materials and techniques required in the production and distribution processes.

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Essential skills and competences 36 competences

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assess production needs to plan a production schedule

Make sure all production needs are clear before you plan the schedule. Take into consideration the demands of the choreographer, artistic director and company director and the the specific needs of the performers/dancers as well as the available budget. Take into account work space, logistics, staging, lighting, sound, multimedia requirements. Factor in requirements related to costumes, makeup, hair and props.

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communicate schedules to the people concerned

Convey relevant scheduling information. Present the schedule to the persons concerned, and inform them of any schedule changes. Approve the schedules and verify that everyone has understood the information sent to them.

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coordinate communication within a team

Collect contact info for all team members and decide on modes of communication.

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ensure correct goods labelling

Ensure that goods are labeled with all necessary labeling information (e.g. legal, technological, hazardous and others) regarding the product. Ensure that labels respects the legal requirements and adhere to regulations.

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meet productivity targets

Devise methods to determine improvement in productivity, adjusting the goals to be reached and the necessary time and resources.

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monitor stock level

Evaluate how much stock is used and determine what should be ordered.

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optimise production

Analyse and identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; formulate and plan alternatives.

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adhere to organisational guidelines

Adhere to organisational or department specific standards and guidelines. Understand the motives of the organisation and the common agreements and act accordingly.

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adjust production schedule

Adjust work schedule in order to maintain permanent shift operation.

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analyse production processes for improvement

Analyse production processes leading toward improvement. Analyse in order to reduce production losses and overall manufacturing costs.

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analyse staff capacity

Evaluate and identify staffing gaps in quantity, skills, performance revenue and surpluses.

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communicate production plan

Communicates production plan to all levels in a way that targets, processes, and requirements are clear. Ensures that information is passed to everyone involved in the process assuming their responsibility for overall success.

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control production

Plan, coordinate, and direct all production activities to insure the goods are made on time, in correct order, of adequate quality and composition, starting from intake goods up to shipping.

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enhance production workflow

Enhance the product workflow by analysing and developing logistics plans that impact production as well as distribution.

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ensure equipment availability

Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.

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ensure finished product meet requirements

Ensure that finished products meet or exceed company specifications.

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ensure safety in the production area

Take ultimate responsibility for the safety, quality and efficiency of the production area.

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Safety does not refer to human safety but to product and process safety.
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evaluate employees work

Evaluate the need for labour for the work ahead. Evaluate the performance of the team of workers and inform superiors. Encourage and support the employees in learning, teach them techniques and check the application to ensure product quality and labour productivity.

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follow company standards

Lead and manage according to the organisation's code of conduct.

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follow production schedule

Follow production schedule taking into account all requirements, times and needs. This schedule outlines what individual commodities must be produced in each time period and encapsulates various concerns like production, staffing, inventory, etc. It is usually linked to manufacturing where the plan indicates when and how much of each product will be demanded. Utilise all the information in the actual implementation of the plan.

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implement strategic planning

Take action on the goals and procedures defined at a strategic level in order to mobilise resources and pursue the established strategies.

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liaise with managers

Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.

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manage budgets

Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.

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manage staff

Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.

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manage workflow processes

Develop, document and implement traffic and workflow processes across the company for different functions. Liaise with several departments and services such as account management and the creative director to plan and resource work.

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meet deadlines

Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.

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monitor conveyor belt

Monitor the flow of the work pieces on the conveyor belt as they are processed by the machine to ensure optimal productivity.

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monitor production developments

Monitor parameters to keep an eye on the production, developments and costs within your area of control.

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oversee quality control

Monitor and assure the quality of the provided goods or services by overseeing that all the factors of the production meet quality requirements. Supervise product inspection and testing.

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perform resource planning

Estimate the expected input in terms of time, human and financial resources necessary to achieve the project objectives.

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plan shifts of employees

Plans shifts of employees to ensure completion of all customer orders and satisfactory completion of the production plan.

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report on production results

Mention a specified set of parameters, such as amount produced and timing, and any issues or unexpected occurrences.

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schedule production

Schedule the production aiming maximum profitability while still maintaining the company KPIs in cost, quality, service and innovation.

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set production facilities standards

Ensure a high standard of safety and quality in facilities, systems, and workers' behaviour. Ensure adherence to procedures and audit standards. Ensure that machinery and appliances in the production plant are appropriate for their task.

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strive for company growth

Develop strategies and plans aiming at achieving a sustained company growth, be the company self-owned or somebody else's. Strive with actions to increase revenues and positive cash flows.

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supervise staff

Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.

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Optional knowledge 13 competences

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features of sporting equipment

Types of sporting, fitness and recreational equipment and sporting supplies and their characteristics.

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furniture industry

Companies and activities involved in the design, manufacture, distribution and sale of functional and decorative objects of household equipment.

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innovation processes

The techniques, models, methods and strategies which contribute to the promotion of steps towards innovation.

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jewellery processes

Materials and processes involved in creating jewellery items like earrings, necklaces, rings, brackets, etc.

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manufacturing of sports equipment

The manufacture of products and equipment used for both outdoor and indoor sports activities, such as balls, rackets, ski's, surfboards, fishing, hunting, skating or fitness centre equipment.

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musical instruments

The different musical instruments, their ranges, timbre, and possible combinations.

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product comprehension

The offered products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.

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production engineering

The subfield of industrial engineering that corresponds to the practice of generating efficient products by transforming raw material into finite products.

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consumer goods industry

The consumer goods industry refers to a concrete economic sector that produce and sell goods to consumers for they direct consumption, enjoyment or use. Industry that covers a wide range of activities whose target is the final consumption of products by households. It includes food production, clothing and leather, electronics, and household equipment, among other sectors.

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legal requirements of ICT products

The international regulations related to the development and use of ICT products.

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medical devices

Equipment and devices used in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of medical issues. Medical devices cover a wide range of products, ranging from syringes and protheses to MRI machinery and hearing aids.

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sustainable manufacturing

The generation of manufactured products using efficient and sustainable production process that enhances the conservation of natural and energy resources while minimizing negative environmental impacts.

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toys and games industry

Types of products available in the games and toys industry and of the major suppliers in the field.

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Optional skills and competences 34 competences

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coordinate export transportation activities

Coordinate all export transportation operations while considering export strategies and services.

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lead process optimisation

Lead process optimisation using statistical data. Design experiments on the production line and functional process control models.

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manage discarded products

Manage production stops due to insufficient product quality and manage associated waste issues within the scope of good manufacturing practices.

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write records for repairs

Write records of the repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, of parts and materials used, and other repair facts.

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advise on machinery malfunctions

Offer advice to service technicians in case of machinery malfunctions and other technical repair tasks.

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apply control process statistical methods

Apply statistical methods from Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) in order to control manufacturing processes.

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communicate with customers

Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.

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consult technical resources

Read and interpret technical resources such as digital or paper drawings and adjustment data in order to properly set up a machine or working tool, or to assemble mechanical equipment.

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control of expenses

Monitor and maintain effective cost controls, in regards to efficiencies, waste, overtime and staffing. Assessing excesses and strives for efficiency and productivity.

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ensure compliance with environmental legislation

Monitor activities and perform tasks ensuring compliance with standards involving environmental protection and sustainability, and amend activities in the case of changes in environmental legislation. Ensure that the processes are compliant with environment regulations and best practices.

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ensure products meet regulatory requirements

Study, implement, and monitor the integrity and compliance of products with the required regulatory aspects by law. Advise on applying and abiding by regulations on the product and manufacturing regulations.

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identify hazards in the workplace

Perform safety audits and inspections on workplaces and workplace equipment. Ensure that they meet safety regulations and identify hazards and risks.

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identify training needs

Analyse the training problems and identify the training requirements of an organisation or individuals, so as to provide them with instruction tailored to their prior mastery, profile, means and problem.

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inspect quality of products

Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.

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liaise with quality assurance

Work closely with the relevant quality assurance or grading party involved.

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manage emergency procedures

React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.

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manage human resources

Conduct employee recruitment, helping employees to develop their personal and organisational skills, knowledge, and competencies as well as providing feedback and performance appraisals. It includes motivating employees, by implementing rewarding systems (managing pay and benefit systems) in order to maximise employee performance with regard to employer's strategic objectives.

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manage supplies

Monitor and control the flow of supplies that includes the purchase, storage and movement of the required quality of raw materials, and also work-in-progress inventory. Manage supply chain activities and synchronise supply with demand of production and customer.

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manufacture dental instruments

Manufacture dental instruments, using specified materials, components, hand and power tools.

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measure customer feedback

Evaluate customer's comments in order to find out whether customers feel satisfied or dissatisfied with the product or service.

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meet contract specifications

Meet contract specifications, schedules and manufacturers' information. Check that the work can be carried out in the estimated and allocated time.

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monitor automated machines

Continuously check up on the automated machine's set-up and execution or make regular control rounds. If necessary, record and interpret data on the operating conditions of installations and equipment in order to identify abnormalities.

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monitor manufacturing quality standards

Monitor quality standards in manufacturing and finishing process.

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negotiate supplier arrangements

Reach an agreement with the supplier upon technical, quantity, quality, price, conditions, storage, packaging, send-back and other requirements related to the purchasing and delivering process.

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order supplies

Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.

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perform test run

Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its tasks, and adjust settings accordingly.

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plan health and safety procedures

Set up procedures for maintaining and improving health and safety in the establishment or workplace.

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produce sustainable products

Manufacture goods in a sustainable manner throughout the product lifecycle which involves promoting social responsibility, conserving resources, and minimizing negative environmental impacts.

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provide technical documentation

Prepare and distribute documentation to ensure all people involved in the production receive relevant and up-to-date information.

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record production data for quality control

Keep records of the machine's faults, interventions and irregularities for quality control.

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recruit employees

Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.

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It may include recruiting volunteers.
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replace machines

Evaluate when to invest in replacing machines or machine tools and take the necessary actions.

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train employees

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.

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write inspection reports

Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.

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