Senior Pyrotechnics Supervisor
Location: Chalgrove, OX44
Salary: £52,000 - £55,000 per year + possible overtime
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
We’re looking for an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor / Team Leader to oversee a specialised pyrotechnics department based in Chalgrove. This is a hands-on leadership role, managing a team of up to 15 operatives across x-ray, leak testing, and part-marking functions, ensuring output, quality, and on-time delivery are consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead daily production activities and attend morning meetings to align on work priorities.
* Monitor team performance against KPIs and ensure tasks are completed to target timelines.
* Oversee health & safety compliance, including monthly audits, PPE use, and health monitoring.
* Conduct annual appraisals and manage skills matrices to ensure team competency.
* Drive continuous improvement through team development, process optimisation, and capital investment.
* Liaise with quality and production support teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
* Maintain compliance with RT (radiographic testing) standards where applicable, and support training for new and existing staff.
About You
* Strong background in manufacturing or production leadership roles.
* Strong experience in Radiographic Techniques. (RD Techniques)
* Must have experience working with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
* Experience working in a high-reliability, regulated environment.
* Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, TQM, MRP, and other modern manufacturing systems.
* Competent in managing audits, compliance, and departmental KPIs.
* Effective communicator, team leader, and problem solver with good IT and administrative skills.
Qualifications
* A-Level or equivalent advanced education.
* NVQ Level 4 in Engineering or similar, or a recognised engineering apprenticeship/degree.
* Desirable: Level 3 qualification in radiographic testing (ASNT/NAS410/EN4179).
This is a great opportunity to step into a pivotal role with strong earning potential and long-term prospects in a specialised technical environment.
Apply online now, or call Francesca on (phone number removed) for more details