Production Supervisor

Holt Executive; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in the UK is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee all manufacturing processes. You will manage two direct reports and work closely with the Production Manager to enhance productivity. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and is adept at managing diverse teams. This role offers a hybrid working option with a 37.5 hour week and competitive leave benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

28 days annual leave

Holiday purchasing scheme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in managing teams within a project or custom equipment manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrable experience in a range of manufacturing disciplines.
• Ability to manage diverse and flexible production teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer two direct reports and their teams.
• Execute all production activities for the area of responsibility.
• Assist in scheduling and resourcing production activities.

Skills

Managing teams

Hands-on approach

Stakeholder management

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Supervisor who will be responsible for the co-ordination, control and oversight of all manufacturing processes for the associated Product families. The Production Supervisor will work closely with the Production Manager to ensure the correct planning, prioritisation and resourcing of work.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management and administration of two direct reports and their teams.
• Responsible for the execution of all production activities for their area of responsibility.
• Assist the Production Manager in the effective scheduling and resourcing of associated production activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of plans, processes and procedures to minimise manufacturing costs through effective utilisation of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials and capital.
• Help to implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing techniques with a focus on fact-based problem solving to improve both the efficiency and productivity of the production team.
• Aid the Production Manager in generating capacity plans to meet order fulfilment targets.
• Work with the Production Manager and other stakeholders to ensure the efficient and successful delivery of objectives.
• Ensure personal and team adherence to the company’s procedures, policies and goals.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Have at least 3 years' experience in managing teams within a project or complex/customised equipment manufacturing environment.
• Have demonstrable experience in a range of manufacturing disciplines.
• Be able to demonstrate a 'hands on' approach in managing diverse and flexible production teams.
• Demonstrate stakeholder management and relationship building across multiple functions of a business.

Work-Life Balance

• 37.5 hour working week.
• Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements (minimum of 4 days on-site presence on average).
• 28 days annual leave.
• Holiday purchasing scheme.