£30,000 - £35,000 + Overtime
Monday - Friday | Day Shift
Are you an experienced Production Supervisor, Production Team Leader or Manufacturing Supervisor looking for a new opportunity with a well-established manufacturing business?
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Production Supervisor to join a busy manufacturing operation, where you will play a key role in leading a production team and ensuring daily targets are achieved safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
This is a hands-on supervisory position, ideal for someone who enjoys being visible on the shop floor, leading from the front and getting the best out of their team.
The Role
As Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of people and production activities, working closely with the Production Manager and other departments to ensure the operation runs efficiently.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supervising, motivating and supporting a production team
Ensuring daily production plans and targets are achieved
Coordinating people and resources across the production operation
Monitoring productivity, quality, downtime, changeovers and waste
Supporting the Production Manager with day-to-day operational issues
Ensuring Health & Safety procedures are followed
Maintaining high standards of quality, hygiene and GMP
Completing production and manufacturing documentation
Managing first-line employee matters including attendance, absence, holidays and performance
Conducting return-to-work discussions and team communications
Supporting the training, coaching and development of employees
Identifying operational issues and implementing practical solutions
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
About You
We're looking for someone with:
Previous experience supervising or leading a team within a manufacturing or fast-paced production environment
Strong people-management and leadership skills
The confidence to manage performance, attendance and day-to-day employee issues
Good understanding of Health & Safety
Strong communication and organisational skills
The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environmentExperience within FMCG or another high-volume manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
IOSH, SVQ or another relevant supervisory qualification would also be beneficial, although not essential.
What's on Offer?
💷 £30,000 - £35,000 salary
🕕 Monday - Friday dayshift
💰 Overtime paid at enhanced rates
📚 Fully funded opportunities for SVQ training following successful completion of probation
📈 Further training and development opportunities
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Production Supervisor or Team Leader looking to join a stable manufacturing environment with a strong Monday-Friday daytime shift pattern and opportunities to develop further.
Apply now or contact Natalie at Escape Recruitment for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year