Night Shift Supervisor

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Reading is seeking an experienced Night Shift Supervisor to lead our manufacturing team on a 3-month contract, working nights. This hands-on role requires directing a team to meet production targets, quality standards and safety requirements.

You will motivate staff, manage shift handovers, monitor quality, support training, and ensure accurate production documentation. The role offers an immediate start and a competitive hourly rate of £17.38 for a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Team Leader, Supervisor, or Line Leader role within any enviroment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and problem-solve effectively.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety and quality procedures.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a team of production operatives throughout the shift.
• Ensure production schedules and targets are achieved efficiently.
• Monitor product quality and address any issues promptly.
• Promote and maintain a strong Health & Safety culture.
• Conduct shift handovers and communicate effectively with other departments.
• Manage staffing levels, workflow, and line performance to maximise productivity.
• Support training and onboarding of new team members.
• Complete all relevant production documentation accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Night Shift Supervisor

Night Shift Supervisor

Location: Reading
Shift:Nights- Monday-Friday
Contract: 3 Month Contract
Pay Rate: £17.38 an hour (40 hours a week)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Night Shift Supervisor to join our manufacturing team on a 3-month contract, working nights. This is a hands‑on role that will involve leading a team to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities Night Shift Supervisor:

• Lead, motivate, and support a team of production operatives throughout the shift.
• Ensure production schedules and targets are achieved efficiently.
• Monitor product quality and address any issues promptly.
• Promote and maintain a strong Health & Safety culture.
• Conduct shift handovers and communicate effectively with other departments.
• Manage staffing levels, workflow, and line performance to maximise productivity.
• Support training and onboarding of new team members.
• Complete all relevant production documentation accurately.

About You:

• Previous experience in a Team Leader, Supervisor, or Line Leader role within any enviroment,
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and problem‑solve effectively.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety and quality procedures.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to lead by example.

What's On Offer for Night Shift Supervisor:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Immediate start available.
• 3‑month contract with the potential for extension.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to join a well‑established manufacturing business.

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