Hands-On Shift Supervisor – Manufacturing Leader

CV Technical; Elland; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Technical is seeking a Production Shift Supervisor to join our Elland operations in West Yorkshire, on a continental shift pattern. The role is permanent and full-time, with a 42-hour week and £16.95 per hour pay.

You will lead the production team, support the Shift Manager, ensure targets and quality standards are met, and maintain 5S and housekeeping. Overtime is paid at 1.5x; a hands-on leader is required to drive performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading production teams.
• Ability to read basic technical drawings.
• Understanding of manufacturing standards.
• Strong problem-solving and quality issue resolution.
• Familiarity with SOPs and procedures.
• Knowledge of 5S and CI is advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the Shift Manager with the day-to-day performance of the production team.
• Lead and coordinate employees across the shift to meet targets and standards.
• Identify and resolve production and quality issues wherever possible.
• Ensure products are manufactured to correct specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure proper packing, labelling and quantities.
• Ensure workstations are set up and SOP docs are available.
• Monitor waste, changeovers and overall production performance.
• Complete line checks and production paperwork; ensure smooth shift handovers.
• Ensure finished goods are moved to correct storage locations for shipping.
• Maintain 5S and housekeeping standards across the production area.
• Support a positive, safe and efficient shift environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing experience

Production planning

Read drawings

SOP knowledge

5S / CI

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

CV Technical is seeking a Production Shift Supervisor to join our Elland operations in West Yorkshire, on a continental shift pattern. The role is permanent and full-time, with a 42-hour week and £16.95 per hour pay.

You will lead the production team, support the Shift Manager, ensure targets and quality standards are met, and maintain 5S and housekeeping. Overtime is paid at 1.5x; a hands-on leader is required to drive performance.