Job Description

Be part of a company powering industries with cutting-edge heating technology

Kanthal Silicon Carbide heating elements have been manufactured in Perth, Scotland since the 1970s, and are used in a wide range of industries, at temperatures up to 1600C.

Architectural, automotive and display glass Advanced battery materials Electronics such as MLCC used in mobile phones, electric vehicles. Renewable energy applications Aluminium processing and casting Electrification of industrial processes currently using fossil fuel heating systems.
Kanthal is known for superiority and excellence in the industries we serve, and our goal is to lead the markets we serve in a sustainable direction.

We are now looking for a Shift Supervisor to join our diverse and talented team in Kanthal, to provide world class support to the Production Department and ensure that the relevant Continental shift runs smoothly and efficiently.

Your role

To assist Production Management in ensuring the safe and operational efficiency of Production, while enabling optimum performance and achieving relevant KPI's.

Key responsibilities for this role:

Oversee daily operations across multiple areas ensuring the efficient manufacture of Kanthal heating elements Communication - ability to communicate at all levels. Supervise and lead a team of operators, promoting safety, quality and productivity Attend Production meetings, providing updates and leading discussions with team members Expedite orders to maintain production schedules, including monthly invoicing targets Ensure compliance of company SOP's and specifications for heating elements used in industrial furnaces and kilns. Collaborate with Quality, Process, Engineering and Maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

About you

Ideally you will have a minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to lead, train and support your team of operators. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Health & Safety protocols. IT knowledge including a good understating of Microsoft packages (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel etc).

What you can expect from us

We continuously review and improve our compensation and benefits package to attract the best people to our business. As well as a competitive pension scheme, life assurance and disability cover, you will receive a guaranteed year end annual bonus, access to a discounts platform and on the job mentoring and training.

Next Steps

If you are interested in this vacancy, please send your CV and cover letter.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Applicants

must

be eligible to work in the UK or hold a valid permit to work in the UK.

Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Store discount
Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift Night shift Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:

Perth PH1 3ED: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Supervising: 3 years (required) Manufacturing: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/05/2025
Reference ID: Shift Supervisor