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Operations Supervisor – Material Preparation
Garvagh | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Vickerstock are proud to be exclusively partnering with Maine Group to recruit an Operations Supervisor – Material Preparation for their growing manufacturing operation in Garvagh.
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Northern Ireland's leading engineering businesses, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Material Preparation department.
You'll lead a skilled team, oversee material planning and workflow, and ensure production is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards in support of major engineering projects.
The Opportunity
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Material Preparation department
- Plan and coordinate material flow to support production schedules
- Supervise and develop the material handling and preparation team
- Manage stock control, material utilisation and subcontract processing
- Drive improvements in productivity, quality and operational performance
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and quality standards throughout the department
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What You'll Need
- Minimum 5 years' experience within material handling or heavy engineering manufacturing
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
- Strong understanding of production planning and workflow management
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
- A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement
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What's on Offer
- Competitive salary
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Join one of Northern Ireland's leading engineering manufacturers
- Work on major projects across multiple sectors
- Supportive culture with ongoing investment in people and technology
If you're an experienced production or operations professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion, contact Ruairi McCann at Vickerstock or apply with your CV today.
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