Job Description
Were hiring Production Supervisors with vehicle manufacturing / assemble experience to lead multi-skilled teams within a fast-growing global defence manufacturer supplying equipment to the British military. This is a hands-on leadership role with real accountability for safety, delivery, quality, and cost.Youll lead teams of technicians in the areas of paint, sub-assembly and PDI, driving performance whilst embedding a strong continuous improvement culture.Why join?Up to £55k salary with long-term career progressionEarly finish Fridays (12pm)Excellent pension: 7% employer / 4% employee2528 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysLife assurance (4x salary)Enhanced sick payCycle to work schemeFree on-site parkingWellbeing programme (events, free fresh fruit & more)What youll be responsible for:Leading manufacturing teams to deliver right-first-time productOwning SHE leadership, risk management, and safe systems of workAchieving schedule adherence, creating recovery plans and SIC where neededManaging labour deployment, productivity, and returned hour targetsDriving continuous improvement across safety, quality, cost, and deliveryManaging absence, welfare, competence, and performance reviewsLeading shift briefs and daily communicationsOwning and reporting SQCDP KPIs and production metricsEnsuring full compliance with quality systems and manufacturing proceduresMaintaining a visitor-ready, audit-ready shopfloor environmentWhat were looking for:Proven experience in heavy vehicle manufacturing environmentsHND / Degree in Manufacturing or EngineeringStrong background as a Production / Manufacturing SupervisorIOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualificationConfident with SAP or ERP systems and MRP principlesTrack record in production planning, recovery plans, and KPI reportingStrong people leadership, resource planning, and risk management skillsThese are pivotal leadership roles with genuine influence on how the operation scales. If youre a supervisor who thrives on ownership, visibility, and improvementthis is the opportunity.Apply now or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements for a confidential conversation.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:Company pensionCycle to work schemeFree parkingHealth & wellbeing programmeLife insuranceOn-site parkingSick payWork Location: In personTPBN1_UKTJ