Production Supervisor
Manufacturing
Salary up to £40k DOE
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Supervisor to join a well-established and growing engineering business within the laser and manufacturing sector. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and Operations Manager, this is a key role responsible for overseeing day-to-day production operations, supporting team performance, and ensuring delivery, quality, and cost objectives are consistently achieved.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on supervisor who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about continuous improvement and team development.
The Role
You will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day running of the production facilities, ensuring efficiency, quality, and strong team performance across the shop floor.
Key responsibilities include:
Supervising production operations to meet cost, delivery, and quality targets
Supporting and guiding Team Leaders to maximise machine and plant uptime
Overseeing the activities of the Progress Chaser to ensure smooth workflow
Driving high standards of internal and external housekeeping
Maintaining discipline and a productive working environment
Ensuring machine tools are maintained in line with preventative maintenance procedures
Supporting health and safety compliance across the production area
Assisting in the training and development of setters and operators
Contributing towards achieving overall sales output targets Key Objectives
Support the achievement and maintenance of 95% delivery line clearance, including planning around holiday shutdown periods
Assist in the development and upskilling of the production team, identifying gaps and supporting improvements
Encourage strong collaboration between Team Leaders, Supervisors, and Production Control
Support the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) principles
Ensure adherence to ISO 9001:2015 standards and up-to-date documentation
Participate in and contribute to workshop meetings to drive engagement and continuous improvement About You
Experience in a Production Supervisor or Team Leader role within manufacturing or engineering
Strong understanding of production processes and shop floor operations
Experience supporting teams to achieve performance targets
Knowledge of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing principles
Awareness of ISO 9001 or similar quality standards
Strong communication and organisational skills
Hands-on, proactive approach with a focus on quality and efficiency What’s on Offer
Opportunity to join a growing and established engineering business
A key role with real influence on production performance and team development
Supportive leadership and collaborative working environment
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