PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR WHITTLESEY PERMANENT £40,000 pa OT and Benefits Mon to Fri 6am to 4pm Our client in Whittlesey is looking for a strong minded and experienced Production Supervisor for their busy industrial environment. You will be line manager for a team of 4 people. This is a very hands-on role with 85% of your time in the factory with team and 15% of your time in the office/admin. Key Responsibilities: * Ensure safe working practices are followed and standard operating procedures are maintained at all times. * Lead, manage, and develop shift operators, promoting a culture of manufacturing excellence. * Understand and monitor KPIs to ensure the IBA processing plant meets or exceeds performance targets. * Actively participate in meetings, encouraging collaboration, and driving continuous improvement. * Oversee accurate and timely data collection and reporting; review shift data to ensure reliability before distribution. * Manage holiday scheduling to align with business needs and avoid staffing shortages. * Support business operations beyond production when needed, utilizing your skills across departments. * Liaise with machine suppliers to prioritize repair work in line with safety and production needs. * Perform any other duties as assigned by the Production Manager. Requirements and Experience: * Minimum IOSH Managing Safely qualification; NEBOSH preferred * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite * Strong leadership with proven experience in building and leading teams * Background working in complex, heavy industrial settings with large mobile plant & equipment * Results-driven, with a strong commitment to improving plant performance * Knowledge of plant maintenance systems and effective problem-solving techniques * Excellent communicator, able to engage with diverse teams and handle challenging situations * Effective time management and organisational skills to prioritise tasks efficiently A background in Heavy industry such as quarry, recycling, waste, mining etc would be advantage