Shift Supervisor

Role overview

DTE Manufacturing Ltd is part of Glennon Brothers, a timber processing group founded in 1913 and active across Ireland and the UK. The wider group works through brands such as Glennon Brothers, Balcas, DTE, Alexanders Timber Design and Pontrilas, with operations spanning timber products, timber frame homes, roof trusses, CHP facilities and wood pellet manufacturing.

The organisation has grown substantially following the 2026 acquisition of Pontrilas, now employing more than 1,400 people. It operates across multiple sites including Longford, Fermoy, Enniskillen, Troon, Irvine, Windymains and Invergordon, and places strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, customer service and long-term growth.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Shift Supervisor will oversee manufacturing activity and quality performance for timber frame kits. The role is focused on meeting hourly and shift production goals while supporting continuous improvement across the team.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate production work across the timber frame factory.
• Improve output by making the best use of labour and materials.
• Take direct responsibility for people management, including hiring, onboarding, training, development and performance reviews.
• Monitor attendance, punctuality and overall workforce discipline.
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset within the team.
• Ensure all work follows health and safety requirements.
• Carry out regular checks to confirm quality control standards are being met.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation connected to timber frame manufacturing and loading.
• Encourage a right-first-time approach to quality.
• Work with maintenance teams to close tasks and resolve issues promptly.

Skills and experience

The ideal candidate will have experience in timber frame, manufacturing, or a production setting, preferably in a supervisory or senior operator role. You should understand production workflows, quality expectations and how to keep work moving in a fast-paced environment. The role also calls for the ability to identify and solve operational or quality issues quickly, along with strong communication and people skills. A flexible attitude to shift work and changing production needs is essential.

Core competencies

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Confidence working in a busy, fast-moving production environment.
• Reliable, adaptable and flexible in approach.
• Self-driven and able to motivate others.
• Results-focused while working well as part of a team.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

Performance measures

• Delivery of hourly and shift production targets.
• Factory line efficiency and reduced downtime.
• Quality results, with less rework required.
• Team productivity and engagement.
• Compliance with health and safety standards and fewer incidents.
• Speed and effectiveness of escalating issues.

Working arrangements

This is a permanent, full-time position with a 38.75-hour working week on a shift rotation. The working week runs Monday to Friday. The number of team members supported will depend on business requirements.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement listed. The employer values a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace and welcomes candidates whose experience may match the role in part or who may be suitable for other opportunities.

Disclaimer

The employer may change, remove or add to the provisions of this role profile at any time. Employees are responsible for keeping themselves informed of such updates. The duties described here are intended as guidelines rather than an exhaustive list of responsibilities.