Together for a cleaner, healthier world.

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 company, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology.  With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 14,000 people.  Johnson Matthey uses science to make the world cleaner and healthier. Over the past two centuries we have built our reputation and place as a global leader through quality, integrity, and innovation. Today, more than 93% of the group's sales come from products and services which provide sustainability benefits through the positive impact they have on the environment, resource efficiency and human health, but that’s not enough.  We have ambitious plans for growth and need talented individuals to help shape and lead us into our next century.

Catalyst Technologies (CT) is a market leader in the syngas value chain. It develops and supplies high-value, specialty process technology and catalysts for chemicals and fuels processing to enable our customers to operate efficiently, profitably and sustainably. With CT at the forefront of the transition to sustainable chemicals and fuels, the transition to net zero is creating exciting new opportunities in this sector.

CATACEL SSR™ is a structured reforming catalyst that enables increased throughput and process intensification of conventional Steam Methane Reformers, demonstrated in Refineries Hydrogen, Methanol and Ammonia businesses. SSR has proven life cycle performance in large industrial applications. The technology has been in use globally since 2008. Equipment to manufacture the product has been commissioned, however the Operations Team, Site level procedures and systems (Finance/ERP/Logistics) have not yet been fully set up. A significant part of the role is therefore to establish a permanent manufacturing team and processes.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for scheduling and coordinating production resources: people, machines, materials. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining knowledge of CATACEL Technology Mechanical Process Equipment, using this to provide notification to R&D and Maintenance functions in the event of deviations from normal specifications or operations. Further, providing troubleshooting and implementing simple corrections to equipment setup and operation. The Production Supervisor directly supervises the CATACEL Production team and is responsible for day-to-day shop floor operation and team cohesion

Your Responsibilities:

Ensure all EHS standards are maintained in production operationsSupervise production, welding and maintenance operations, deciding work priorities, planning schedules, revising plans for changing situations and creating a list of operator dutiesEvaluate the work of production and maintenance in progress and upon work completionConduct formal and informal training on production tasks and use of tools and equipmentGain willing cooperation and create a good team spirit. Understand the motives of production staff in order to sustain interest and motivation to achieve production targetsMake decisions on own initiative and in conjunction with others, notifying R&D and Maintenance functions of problems as necessaryListens to grievances, resolve disputes and reduce tension between people, handling disciplinary actions when neededEstimate numbers, quantity, time, and the rate of progress projects will take to prepare cost or time estimates to managementSet up, repair and adjust equipment, training others to do soProvides in process sign-off on product conformance to quality specificationsTake on any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed

Requirements for the role:

High School diploma or equivalentExperience leading and providing direction to a teamUse of hand-held measuring tools (calliper, micrometer, ruler)Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordinationBasic computer skills, including data entry, are requiredMechanical/Electrical troubleshooting ability desirableFabrication experience desirableMust be able to lift heavy objects (up to 50lbs) on a regular and consistent basis

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 20 days annual leave (varies for shift- based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on job share and flexible working patterns.

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How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online.  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

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