Production Process Supervisor

Thermoteknix Systems Limited; Waterbeach; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Thermoteknix Systems Ltd in Cambridge is seeking a Production Supervisor to optimise manufacturing efficiency, consistency and quality.

You will lead shop floor teams, ensure procedures are followed, manage daily schedules and report production status, while collaborating with Quality and NPI teams to deliver new products.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or supervisory role.
• Understanding of production workflows, process control and quality management.
• Experience with CIM and MRP/ERP systems.
• Strong analytical skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Lean manufacturing and health & safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Identify and implement opportunities to optimise production flow and quality.
• Drive data-based decisions using shop floor data collection and CIM/ERP.
• Maintain current work instructions, build documents and process controls.
• Collaborate with Quality, NPI, and Engineering Change Notice meetings.
• Define workflows on the floor and ensure proper resourcing.
• Ensure safe, clean and organised working environment.
• Report production status and KPI metrics to management.
• Lead assembly, test, calibration, and rework activities as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Production workflows

Process control

Quality management

Lean manufacturing

Health & safety

CIM

MRP/ERP

Analytical skills

Tools

CIM

MRP/ERP

Job description

Company Profile

Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge, is a world leader in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence, security, and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D, cutting-edge innovation, and a global reputation for quality, we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.

About You

The Production Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing within the production department is optimised for efficiency, consistency, and quality. The role is to ensure that all production activities follow approved procedures, documentation is maintained, and improvement opportunities are identified and implemented.
This position plays a key role in maintaining operational control, supporting process improvements, and ensuring production teams are properly resourced and guided to achieve business objectives.
Daily management of staff, to set jobs and expected performance levels, leading the shop floor and ensuring production schedules are met.
Daily reporting on the Production status will be required.
Key Responsibilities
Process Control and Optimisation

• Oversee day-to-day manufacturing processes to ensure they are carried out efficiently and in accordance with documented procedures.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement to optimise production flow, resource use, and quality outcomes.
• Drive data-based decision-making using shop floor data collection and analysis (e.g., CIM ERP system).
  

Documentation and Compliance

• Ensure all work instructions, build documents, and process controls are current and complete.
• Maintain visibility of controlled documents and ensure production technicians are using the latest versions.
• Investigate any deviations from process and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Maintain accurate results and records as required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Represent production in NPI (New Product Introduction) activities to ensure smooth transition of new products into manufacturing.
• Work closely with the Quality team to review process performance, identify nonconformities, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in ECN (Engineering Change Notice) meetings and ensure all relevant production changes are communicated and implemented.

Workflow and Resource Management

• Define and maintain clear workflows on the production floor, including kitting quantities, workstation allocation, and process sequencing.
• Ensure all production technicians have the tools, materials, and information required to complete tasks efficiently.
• Support the development of resource plans to meet build schedules and operational targets.
• Maintain acceptable housekeeping standards to ensure an organised, clean & safe working environment for all employees.
• Undertake / Supervise - Assembly, Test, Calibration and Rework activity as required

Quality and Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to identify and resolve production-related issues and defects.
• QA for all Production bugs.
• Lead or support process audits and improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Promote continuous improvement and lean practices within the production area.
• Comply with all health and safety requirements as stipulated within standard operating procedures & company procedures.
• Basic understanding of 5/6S.

Communication and Reporting

• Provide regular updates to Production Management on performance, risks, and improvement activities.
• Ensure clear communication between production teams and cross-functional departments to maintain alignment and efficiency.
• Maintain KPI’s and throughput metrics to guide decisions.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of production workflows, process control, and quality management.
• Experience using production systems such as CIM and MRP/ERP.
• Strong analytical skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and health & safety standards.

Interfaces

• Internal: Production Technicians, Production Engineering, Quality, NPI, Stores, and Operations.
• External: May liaise with suppliers or service providers as required.

Why us?

• Involvement in cutting-edge imaging technologies.
• Collaborative working environment with strong technical expertise.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.