Pyro Shift Supervisor
Chalgrove | £49,000-£52,500 (inc. shift allowance) | Permanent | 4 on 4 off
We're recruiting a Pyro Shift Supervisor for a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Chalgrove. You'll be supervising pyrotechnic manufacturing operations across multiple departments (manufacturing, NDT, stores, packing), ensuring safe, compliant production of explosive components for aviation safety systems.
What you'll be doing:
Supervising shift operations across pyrotechnic manufacturing, NDT, stores, and packing departments
Distributing work packs and ensuring staff have the resources to complete tasks safely and on schedule
Monitoring performance against KPIs and production targets, addressing variances proactively
Ensuring compliance with explosives regulations including COSHH, COMAH, DSEAR, and Control of Explosives Regulations
Managing safe working practices and ensuring staff operate in accordance with work instructions and explosive licences
Coordinating with Team Leaders on attendance, performance, and development
Using SAP to monitor worklists, track performance, and log quality issues
Providing effective handovers between shifts and escalating issues to management
Reporting near misses, accidents, and incidents in line with safety procedures
Working cross-departmentally to resolve operational barriers and maintain workflow
What you need:
Experience reading component drawings and inspecting parts using inspection equipment
Understanding of modern manufacturing techniques (lean manufacturing, 5S)
Strong communication skills (verbal and written reporting)
Excellent attention to detail and drive to achieve results
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and respond positively to change
Planning and organising skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach
Time-served experience in a manufacturing or NDT environment
Knowledge of pyrotechnic manufacturing operations and NDT techniques is desirable but not essential - training will be provided on explosives handling and Control of Explosives Regulations.
What's on offer:
£40,000-£43,000 base salary + 22.6% shift allowance (total package £49,000-£52,500)
4 on 4 off shift pattern (day hours)
Strong benefits package
Genuine progression opportunities
Stable, long-term work with over a decade of secured contracts
Full training on explosives handling and safety regulations
This is a permanent supervisory position with a leading name in aerospace manufacturing. You'll be working with pyrotechnic components where safety, compliance, and quality are absolutely critical.
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