industrial design
The practice of designing products to be manufactured through techniques of mass production.
Industrial assembly supervisors are in charge of organizing, planning and coordinating assembly operations. They keep track of all the work activities and manage the process for efficient functioning in order to tackle problems such as production loss. They answer to the industrial production and the manufacturing manager.
Competences and skills
68 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
6 competencesindustrial engineering
The field of engineering concerned with the development, improvement, and implementation of complex processes and systems of knowledge, people, equipment, etc.
industrial software
The selection of software that aids in estimating, managing and scheduling industrial processes such as design, work flow and production improvement.
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manufacturing processes
The steps required through which a material is transformed into a product, its development and full-scale manufacturing.
production processes
Materials and techniques required in the production and distribution processes.
quality standards
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
Essential skills and competences 28 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesdefine manufacturing quality criteria
Define and describe the criteria by which data quality is measured for manufacturing purposes, such as international standards and manufacturing regulations.
meet productivity targets
Devise methods to determine improvement in productivity, adjusting the goals to be reached and the necessary time and resources.
optimise production
Analyse and identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; formulate and plan alternatives.
Cross-sector
25 competencesadjust production schedule
Adjust work schedule in order to maintain permanent shift operation.
analyse production processes for improvement
Analyse production processes leading toward improvement. Analyse in order to reduce production losses and overall manufacturing costs.
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.
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.
cope with manufacturing deadlines pressure
Cope with a tight schedule on the manufacturing processes level and take the necessary actions when deadlines approach or when some processes fail.
create manufacturing guidelines
Draft procedures and guidelines to ensure that government and industry regulations are met by manufacturers in both international and domestic markets.
create solutions to problems
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings about practice.
develop manufacturing policies
Develop policies and procedures applied in a manufactury such as employment policies or safety procedures.
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.
keep records of work progress
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
liaise with managers
Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.
manage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
manage health and safety standards
Oversee all personnel and processes to comply with health, safety and hygiene standards. Communicate and support alignment of these requirements with the company's health and safety programmes.
manage resources
Manage personnel, machinery and equipment in order to optimise production results, in accordance with the policies and plans of the company.
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.
meet deadlines
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
oversee assembly operations
Give technical instructions to assembly workers and control their progress to ensure compliance with quality standards and to check that the goals set in the production plan are met.
oversee production requirements
Oversee production processes and prepare all the resources needed to maintain an efficient and continuous flow of production.
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.
plan shifts of employees
Plans shifts of employees to ensure completion of all customer orders and satisfactory completion of the production plan.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
report on production results
Mention a specified set of parameters, such as amount produced and timing, and any issues or unexpected occurrences.
supervise work
Direct and supervise the day-to-day activities of subordinate personnel.
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.
wear appropriate protective gear
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
Optional knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesmanufacturing plant equipment
The characteristics and functioning conditions of manufacturing plant equipments such as chemical reactors, addition tanks, pumps, filters, mixers.
total quality control
The quality control philosophy that expects each part to be of top quality, without any tolerance for subpar materials or methods. The mindset of striving to deliver top quality work without compromises.
Cross-sector
4 competencesbusiness management principles
Principles governing business management methods such as strategy planning, methods of efficient production, people and resources coordination.
conflict management
The practices concerning the resolution of conflicts or disputes in an organisation or institution. It encompasses reducing the negative aspects of a conflict and increasing the positive outcomes of it by learning from the errors made.
functionalities of machinery
The machinery and equipment used and, in particular, the characteristics regarding functioning and calibration to ensure compliance with quality and product specifications, as well as the operator's safety.
quality assurance methodologies
Quality assurance principles, standard requirements, and the set of processes and activities used for measuring, controlling and ensuring the quality of products and processes.
Optional skills and competences 28 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesanalyse the need for technical resources
Define and make a list of the required resources and equipment based on the technical needs of the production.
arrange equipment repairs
Arrange for equipment repairs when necessary.
follow manufacturing work schedule
Follow the planning set up by manufacturing companies' managers exactly to ensure one production process is not delayed due to another and they follow each other smoothly.
Cross-sector
25 competencesadapt production levels
Adapt current production levels and strive to improve the current production rates looking for economic gains and margins. Negotiate improvement with sales, dispatch and distribution departments.
advise on efficiency improvements
Analyse information and details of processes and products in order to advise on possible efficiency improvements that could be implemented and would signify a better use of resources.
advise on machinery malfunctions
Offer advice to service technicians in case of machinery malfunctions and other technical repair tasks.
analyse supply chain strategies
Examine an organisation's planning details of production, their expected output units, quality, quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements. Provide suggestions in order to improve products, service quality and reduce costs.
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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check material resources
Verify that all requested resources are delivered and in good working order. Notify the appropriate person or people of any problems related to technical and material resources.
communicate problems to senior colleagues
Communicate and give feedback to senior colleagues in the event of problems or non-conformities.
disaggregate the production plan
Splits production plan in daily, weekly, and monthly plans with clear objectives and targets required.
ensure finished product meet requirements
Ensure that finished products meet or exceed company specifications.
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.
improve business processes
Optimise the series of operations of an organisation to achieve efficiency. Analyse and adapt existing business operations in order to set new objectives and meet new goals.
integrate new products in manufacturing
Assist with the integration of new systems, products, methods, and components in the production line. Ensure that production workers are properly trained and follow the new requirements.
liaise with quality assurance
Work closely with the relevant quality assurance or grading party involved.
manage manufacturing documentation
Manage the reports and technical documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures or logbooks, by writing and reviewing them, capturing and eliminating any deviation and ambiguity.
monitor machine operations
Observing machine operations and evaluating product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
monitor manufacturing quality standards
Monitor quality standards in manufacturing and finishing process.
motivate employees
Communicate with employees in order to ensure that their personal ambitions are in line with the business goals, and that they work to meet them.
oversee logistics of finished products
Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.
perform data analysis
Collect data and statistics to test and evaluate in order to generate assertions and pattern predictions, with the aim of discovering useful information in a decision-making process.
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plan manufacturing processes
Determine and schedule production and assembly steps. Plan manpower and equipment needs taking ergonomic considerations into account.
provide technical documentation
Prepare and distribute documentation to ensure all people involved in the production receive relevant and up-to-date information.
recruit personnel
Carry out assessment and recruitment of personnel for the production.
schedule regular machine maintenance
Schedule and perform regular maintenance, cleaning, and repairs of all equipment. Order necessary machine parts and upgrade equipment when necessary to ensure optimal performance.
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.
use CAM software
Use computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programmes to control machinery and machine tools in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation as part of the manufacturing processes of workpieces.
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