Production Supervisor
Are you an experienced manufacturing supervisor with a talent for leading teams and a passion for driving continuous improvement?
Our client is a forward-thinking infrastructure solutions company is looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, lead a dedicated team and drive continuous improvement.
As Production Supervisor, you'll oversee the build and delivery of electrical system products to required quality standards. You'll manage the production cell work centre, drive performance against defined KPIs and take a leading role in promoting a safe and healthy working environment. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on manufacturing excellence whilst developing your team and driving operational improvements that directly contribute to the company's success.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and guide the manufacturing team to ensure the timely build and delivery of products to the highest quality standards.
- Coach and support team members, identifying training needs, conducting performance reviews and managing recruitment.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement by promoting and leading the use of lean tools.
- Run daily team meetings to communicate priorities and collaborate with other departments to optimise operations.
- Initiate and manage projects aimed at improving manufacturing processes and efficiency.
- Promote a safe and healthy working environment across the production area.
- Act as deputy for the Production Manager when required, ready to lead the department.
Who They’re Looking For
- Proven experience in supervising a team within a manufacturing environment.
- A strong understanding of material management, production planning, and ERP software such as SAP.
- In-depth knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement operational changes and lead improvement projects.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to connect with people at all levels of the organisation.
- A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- A firm commitment to promoting health, safety, and wellbeing in the workplace.
Benefits
- A competitive salary with an annual bonus.
- 26 days holiday, increasing to 29 with length of service.
- An excellent pension scheme with matching contributions of up to 10%.
- A flexible benefits package that can be tailored to your needs.
- Continuous training and support for professional development and memberships.
If you have proven manufacturing supervisory experience and a strong grasp of lean principles, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a supportive, values-driven organisation. Ready to lead a dedicated manufacturing team and drive operational excellence? Apply now