Production Line Supervisor

New Appointments Group; Hythe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Hythe is seeking a Factory Supervisor to launch and lead a new production line. The ideal candidate will have proven supervisory experience in manufacturing, particularly with CNC machinery. This role offers clear paths to progression into a Factory Manager position while maintaining a stable work-life balance without weekend hours. The company provides a conducive work environment and opportunities for personal development and ownership.

Benefits

Life insurance

Critical illness cover

Early finish Fridays

No weekend working

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or management role within manufacturing is essential.
• Understanding of CNC machinery and basic programming is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and supervise a new production line focused on gluing and laminating.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of up to 4 operatives.
• Maintain health and safety standards while ensuring quality targets.

Skills

Proven supervisory or management experience in manufacturing

Experience with CNC routers or basic programming knowledge

Hands-on leadership style

Good understanding of production processes

Calm, practical problem-solver

Comfortable with reporting

Job description

Factory Supervisor – New Production Line, Hythe

Salary: £30,000-£35,000

Hours: Mon‑Thu 7 am‑4 pm or 8 am‑5 pm | Short Friday | No weekend work

The Role

This is a brand‑new and urgent Factory Supervisor position with a growing, global manufacturer. You'll take ownership of a new top production line focused on gluing, laminating, and CNC cutting MDF into table tops. The line is being brought online now, with full production targeted for March, so they're keen to get the right person in quickly to help shape it from the ground up.

You’ll work alongside another Supervisor initially, with clear scope to progress into a Factory Manager role as the site continues to grow.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supervising and developing the new gluing, laminating, and cutting production line
• Supporting installation, set‑up, and training on new machinery
• Recruiting, training, and managing your own team of up to 4 operatives
• Keeping production running safely, efficiently, and to quality targets
• Troubleshooting day‑to‑day issues and improving workflows
• Maintaining strong health & safety standards
• Tracking performance and feeding back to management
• Driving continuous improvement as the line becomes fully operational

What We're Looking For

• Proven supervisory or management experience in manufacturing (essential)
• Experience with CNC routers or basic programming knowledge (strongly preferred)
• Hands‑on leadership style with confidence training and developing teams
• Good understanding of production processes and machinery
• Calm, practical problem‑solver who can handle a startup environment
• Comfortable with basic systems and reporting

Why Join?

• Chance to lead a new production line from day one
• Clear progression toward a Factory Manager position
• No weekend working and early finish Fridays
• Stable, expanding global business
• Life insurance and critical illness cover

This is a standout opportunity for a Supervisor who wants ownership, progression, and the chance to build a department their way.

CVs in Word format should be sent to (url removed).

Equality & Diversity

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

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