Furniture Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

Workshop Recruitment; Rustington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Job summary

Workshop Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Production and Operations Supervisor to join a well-regarded manufacturing business in Rustington, West Sussex. The role focuses on coordinating production schedules, improving processes and driving operational performance to meet demand.

You will work closely with the senior team, manage a small to mid-size workshop, uphold quality, safety and compliance, and deputise for managers when required. Fully on-site with parking available.

Qualifications

• Previous management or supervisory experience within manufacturing.
• Experience in at least two areas of production, operations, planning, stock control, people management, health and safety or compliance.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating production schedules and monitoring workflow to meet business demands.
• Supporting and improving day-to-day manufacturing and operational processes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and quality.
• Assisting with purchasing, materials planning and stock control.
• Supporting health and safety, workshop compliance and facilities management.
• Working collaboratively with production, design, sales and senior management teams.
• Supporting people management, team coordination and performance.
• Helping implement practical improvements across the workshop and wider business.
• Deputising for senior managers when required.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Production planning

Operational improvement

People management

Quality & safety awareness

Problem solving

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Workshop Recruitment is seeking a hands-on Production and Operations Supervisor to join a well-regarded manufacturing business in Rustington, West Sussex. The role focuses on coordinating production schedules, improving processes and driving operational performance to meet demand.

You will work closely with the senior team, manage a small to mid-size workshop, uphold quality, safety and compliance, and deputise for managers when required. Fully on-site with parking available.