Can you lead and motivate a team to deliver on quality, performance, and process excellence? We’re looking for an experienced Automotive Operations Supervisor to manage our on-site teams across key customer locations in the Midlands and Warwickshire. If you’re confident in production and quality processes, strong in leadership, and passionate about continuous improvement, this is a great opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking, customer-focused organisation. The Opportunity: In this hands-on role, you'll supervise a team of Vehicle Technicians, Build Technicians, and Inspectors — driving performance across operations, documentation, and quality. You’ll also help strengthen customer relationships and support new growth opportunities. The role suits someone confident in fast-paced prototype and production environments, comfortable working with clients and internal teams. Regular travel across sites in the Midlands and Warwickshire is required. Core hours: Monday – Friday, 07:00 – 16:00 (flexibility required) Key Responsibilities: * Manage, supervise, and support on-site operational teams on a daily basis * Set up new projects, creating and implementing Test Plans, WES/WIS and all required documentation * Lead risk assessments, write process instructions, and maintain safe work environments * Conduct 5 Why, Fishbone, and root cause analysis for issues and Customer Action Reports (CARs) * Perform and document 5S audits daily * Maximise resource utilisation, reduce downtime, and monitor team efficiency * Coordinate shift planning and monitor ongoing project activity * Complete admin tasks such as timesheets, productivity tracking and ERP entries * Produce reports covering KPIs, staff performance, H&S incidents, and near misses * Assist the Manager with KPI tracking, recruitment, appraisals and staff development * Actively engage with customers on-site, building long-term working relationships * Support business growth by identifying new opportunities within existing customer sites What We’re Looking For: * Proven supervisory/leadership experience in Automotive, Manufacturing, Engineering or Workshop environments * Automotive prototype experience is a significant advantage * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills – both customer-facing and internal * Strong administrative, planning, and reporting abilities * Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook – and confident using ERP Systems * Resilient, organised and capable of managing pressure in a demanding environment * Comfortable producing technical documentation, risk assessments, and quality processes * Experience in Health & Safety compliance and auditing * Able to think critically, solve problems and drive continuous improvement * Due to the nature of the role, you must have a full UK Driving license with access to your own vehicle. Benefits: * £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (DOE) * Weekend overtime available in peak times starting from 25% * Mileage reimbursed for travel between sites * 28 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays) * Free onsite parking * Pension contributions * Career progression and training opportunities