Production Supervisor
Maidstone | Full-Time | Permanent
Monday to Friday 7.30am – 4pm
£30k - £35k dependent on experience
Are you an experienced manufacturing professional looking for your next opportunity? We’re working with a well-established business in the Maidstone area who are seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to join their busy production team.
This is a fantastic chance to join a company with a long-standing reputation for quality and customer service, supplying a diverse range of products across the UK and beyond.
The role:
Overseeing daily production activities, ensuring targets, schedules and quality standards are consistently achieved
Leading from the front on the shop floor, supporting and performing operational tasks as needed
Taking responsibility for site operations in the Manager’s absence
Promoting a strong health & safety culture, ensuring policies are followed and actively participating in audits and risk assessments
Identifying and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and reduce waste
Monitoring inventory levels and ensuring machinery and equipment are properly maintained to minimise downtime
The person:
Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment, ideally with some supervisory experience
Willing to be hands-on and learn all aspects of the operation
Good understanding of health & safety practices and compliance requirements
Interest or experience in continuous improvement (Lean, 5S, Kaizen advantageous)
Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and support a team
Able to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
A full, valid forklift licence is essential
What’s on offer:
A supportive, inclusive working environment
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits package
This role is being handled by Pearson Whiffin Recruitment’s Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical division