Trim & Fit Supervisor – Composites
Permanent Role
Location: Old Dalby, LE14 3NQ
Salary: Depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
Join KS Composites – Leading Precision in Advanced Manufacturing
At KS Composites, we’re a leading independent manufacturer of high-performance composite and GRP products. From Formula One and automotive to aerospace, marine, and rail, we deliver precision-engineered solutions across some of the world’s most demanding industries.
We’re looking for an experienced Trim & Fit Supervisor to lead our department, ensuring efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Trim & Fitter ready to step into a leadership role and take the next step in their career.
The Role
As a Trim & Fit Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for overseeing daily operations within the department—ensuring workflows run smoothly, targets are met, and the highest quality standards are maintained.
You’ll work closely with Production and other teams to coordinate schedules, support your team’s development, and drive continuous improvement across the department.
* Plan and manage the Trim & Fit schedule in collaboration with Production
* Ensure the team is working on the right components at the right time to meet delivery targets
* Lead and maintain adherence to company procedures and standards (SPS)
* Supervise both Trim & Fit and demould teams to ensure efficiency and quality
* Support training and development, helping to upskill team members
* Monitor and enforce health & safety compliance across the department
* Manage attendance, performance, and conduct in partnership with HR
* Identify process inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement initiatives
The Candidate
* Eligibility to work in the UK, no sponsorship will be offered
* Able to commute to work using own vehicle (rural site)
* An experienced Composite Trim & Fitter with a strong eye for detail and quality
* A confident and authoritative leader who can motivate and develop a team
* Target-driven with the ability to identify bottlenecks and improve workflow
* A proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset
* Organised, reliable, and able to work effectively under pressure
* A strong team player with excellent communication skills
* Proven experience in composite trim & fitting to a high standard
* Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role (or ready to step up)
* Knowledge of quality improvement techniques and lean processes
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members
* Experience working to tight deadlines in a manufacturing environment
Why Join KS Composites?
You’ll be part of a business at the forefront of composite innovation, working on high-profile, technically demanding projects. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop your leadership skills and make a real impact on production performance and team success