Production Supervisor

Kingdom People; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hygiene manufacturing company in Bath is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to enhance operational efficiency in their Soap and Paper division. Your role involves overseeing production activities, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. A successful candidate will have a solid background in production supervision, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a salary ranging from £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience, and promotes a hands-on approach to leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to motivate and mentor production staff.
• Strong decision-making skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations on the factory floor.
• Lead and train production staff while managing shift handovers.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Job Description

Production Supervisor (Plastics) – £30,000 to £35,000 DOE

Are you an experienced Production Supervisor or Shift Supervisor looking for your next step? Our client, a market leader in the hygiene manufacturing industry, is seeking a motivated and hands‑on Production Supervisor to join their Soap and Paper division. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

In this role, you will support the Production Manager in overseeing day‑to‑day operations across your assigned area, ensuring smooth workflow, optimal productivity and team performance. You'll be responsible for leading, training and mentoring production staff, managing shift handovers, maintaining stock levels and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll also contribute ideas to optimise processes, enhance efficiency and support the company’s long‑term growth.

The role will be 80 / 20 with 80% of the time on the factory floor vs 20% of the time in the office.

You’ll need proven experience in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment with strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. A proactive and motivational approach is essential along with the ability to make sound decisions when the Production Man…