Shift Manager

Purpose

To control the firing processes in all their aspects including technical, mechanical, electrical and practical areas. This is in order to produce consistent quality products efficiently and economically.

• Design and implementation of firing schedules, kiln furniture.
• Maintain records and readings of all instruments for each throughput speed.
• Make instruments available for calibration as and when required by the quality manual.
• Co‑operate with the Clay End managers with the design of refractory profile setters and then maintain the quality and stocks of these. Also co‑operate and liaise with all factory managers to ensure quality in production is maintained.
• Deal with all matters of the health and safety instruction in close liaison with QESH and HR departments.
• Review processes, methods and technology.
• Review and investigate new developments in technology and products for possible introduction at Steelite International.
• Record complaints or problems arising, along with any solutions, keeping them on file for a minimum period of 3 years.
• Maintain close co‑operation with the Laboratory/QA team for routine samples and trials and their monitoring.
• Keep the kiln log books to ensure traceability of the processed product and any quality problems that may arise.
• Keep records of the technical aspects of the kiln firing and monitoring for a period of 3 years.
• Ensure that all production targets are met, as set by the Kiln Manager/Manufacturing Director.
• Source the most efficient and economical route of ware/product through kiln processes and reroute as appropriate to ensure efficiencies are met.
• Manage all kiln personnel in all aspects, with the support of the Kiln Manager as appropriate.
• Provide 24‑hour support and cover for all kilns on site, covering for the Kiln Manager for holidays and absences as appropriate.

• Days – Monday to Friday 6:00 pm – 14:00 pm
• Noons – Monday to Friday 14:00 pm – 22:00 pm
• Nights – Monday to Friday 22:00 pm – 6:00 am
• 1 in 4 weekends on call