Job Description
Job Title:Workshop Supervisor
Location:Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire
Reporting to:Production Manager
Overview:
Our client, a respected timber manufacturing company based near Newark-on-Trent, is looking to appoint aWorkshop Supervisorto take on a hands-on leadership role at the heart of their production facility.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong woodworking experience who enjoys leading a team and ensuring high standards of craftsmanship. Youll be supported by senior management and play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of the workshop.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee the daily activities of the timber workshop.
* Lead and support a small team of wood craftsmen, machinists, and apprentices.
* Organise workloads to ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality.
* Monitor quality control and ensure all finished work meets the companys high standards.
* Provide hands-on assistance with production when necessary.
* Ensure the team adheres to health and safety procedures and equipment is used correctly.
* Help train and mentor junior staff, including apprentices.
* Coordinate with the design and purchasing/logistics teams to ensure drawings and materials are accurate and available.
* Report any machinery issues promptly and assist with basic maintenance or escalation.
* Track production progress and keep the Production Manager informed of any developments.
Essential Requirements:
* Significant experience working in a workshop environment.
* Strong leadership abilities with the capacity to motivate and guide a small team.
* Proficiency in the use of timber machinery and traditional joinery techniques.
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings accurately.
* Organised, dependable, and highly safety-conscious.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
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