Automotive Production Supervisor

Placements24; Greater London; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Career progression opportunities

Dynamic manufacturing environment in a

Job summary

Placements24 client in East London is seeking an experienced Automotive Production Supervisor to oversee a production line and lead a small team on the factory floor. You will drive efficiency, quality and safety, ensuring targets are met while maintaining a productive work environment.

You will apply lean manufacturing principles, manage schedules and mentor staff, enforcing SOPs and safety procedures to sustain high standards of workmanship in a fast-paced automotive setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Supervisor in automotive manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and ISO/TS 16949 quality systems.
• Excellent understanding of production processes and equipment.
• Ability to enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe environment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production line workers to ensure efficient operations.
• Monitor output, quality control, and safety compliance.
• Train and mentor new employees on processes and safety.
• Enforce SOPs to maintain consistent quality.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Manage team schedules, attendance, and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the automotive manufacturing sector located in East London, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Automotive Production Supervisor. This role involves overseeing a production line or team, ensuring that manufacturing targets are met efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for team management, process optimization, and maintaining a productive and safe working environment on the factory floor. This is a vital position for driving operational excellence within a key automotive manufacturing facility in East London.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production line workers to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.
• Monitor production output, quality control, and adherence to safety regulations.
• Train and mentor new employees, ensuring they understand production processes and safety procedures.
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistent quality.
• Identify and troubleshoot production bottlenecks or quality issues, implementing corrective actions.
• Manage team schedules, attendance, and performance, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Production Supervisor, preferably within the automotive manufacturing industry.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and quality control systems (e.g., ISO/TS 16949).
• Excellent understanding of production processes and equipment.
• Ability to enforce safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for shift allowances.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the manufacturing plant.
• Work in a dynamic production environment in East London.
• Contribution to the manufacturing of key automotive components.