Production Supervisor

TN United Kingdom; Crick; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the aerospace market is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead dynamic production teams in delivering high-quality aircraft seats. This role involves managing production schedules, ensuring maximum efficiency, and utilizing Lean methodologies to enhance safety and productivity. With a focus on leadership and team development, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you're a proactive individual with a passion for excellence and a commitment to safety, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Healthcare scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable leadership skills and ability to manage production teams effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead production teams to meet production plans and KPIs.
• Implement Lean tools to improve efficiency and safety on the production floor.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

Training in Fire Marshal and First Aid

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Production Supervisor - Permanent

Salary - Up to £37k

Location - Crick

Hours - Mon - Thursday 7:30 am - 04:00 pm, Friday finish at 1 pm

The Recruitment Group is working with one of the UK's leading and fastest-growing manufacturers within the commercial airline sector. They are an agile, innovative business at the forefront of disrupting the aerospace market.

Benefits for a Production Supervisor:

1. 25 days holiday bank holidays
2. Pension
3. Healthcare scheme
4. Life assurance
5. Employee Assistance Programme
6. Retail discounts
7. Training opportunities

Purpose of the Production Supervisor role:

Our client is looking for a Production Supervisor to manage and lead Production teams in delivering the production plan & all the Production KPIs to deliver aircraft seats in line with customer requirements and to quality standards.

Main duties and responsibilities of a Production Supervisor:

1. Agree on the weekly plan and ensure delivery dates/parts requirements are communicated and met.
2. Ensure cells operate at maximum efficiency; continuously monitoring product quality, productivity, and resources and implementing necessary changes/improvements to improve/avoid delays.
3. Effectively use Lean tools (5S, Standard Work, set up Reduction, Visual Management) within your teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and maintain lines and production areas in an organised, clean, and orderly state.
4. Control traceability by ensuring paperwork and parts are kept with the correct work order and ensure all work orders are closed out correctly with all parts issued before despatch.
5. Communicate inconsistencies/issues relating to safety, quality, personnel, equipment and/or raw/finished goods across the production floor and with key stakeholders promptly and effectively.
6. Hold daily team briefs and one-to-one every 3 months, as a minimum, to enhance team and individual performance following company PMC.
7. Identify, prioritise, and plan on-the-job training and request external training via the Senior Manager Operations as required to meet regulatory and legislative requirements, applicable Codes of Practice, and relevant best practices and guidance.
8. Coach, mentor, and develop the team to meet safety, quality, productivity, and development needs.
9. Create a safe working environment and a culture with zero tolerance for accidents; Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and relevant HSE procedures, instructing staff in the safe use of machinery and tools. Ensure appropriate levels of Fire Marshals and First Aiders are always on site.

Experience/knowledge requirements for a Production Supervisor:

1. Demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to address issues with honesty, integrity, and timeliness.
2. A team player who collaborates with colleagues and across departments.
3. Strong organisational skills, where you take initiative and remain focused under pressure.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
5. Effective relationship management & stakeholder management skills.
6. Experience within aircraft seating or manufacturing environment.
7. Full understanding of production costs, including waste, downtime, and scrap.
8. Up-to-date training/certification in Fire Marshal Training and First Aid preferred.
9. Flexible and adaptable, with a 'can do' attitude.
10. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Please contact Amy @ The Recruitment Group on the contact details provided.