Production Supervisor

Prime Power; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the assembly and print production teams. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting, a strong understanding of print processes, and exceptional leadership skills. This full-time role offers a structured schedule from Monday to Friday with an emphasis on quality and safety in the production environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of print production and/or print finishing processes.
• Familiarity with finishing techniques such as cutting, binding, lamination.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of staff.
• Plan and manage production schedules.
• Ensure production output meets quality standards.
• Monitor team performance and provide leadership.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Flexibility

Communication skills

Job description

Role Overview

We are currently seeking a Production Supervisor to join our client based in Newbury on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in a busy production environment, ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of work across assembly and print production teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of assemblers and print production staff.
• Plan and manage production schedules: allocate tasks, track progress, troubleshoot delays, and reassign resources when needed.
• Ensure all production output meets quality standards, performing regular checks and initiating corrective actions as required.
• Monitor team performance, promote accountability, and provide hands-on leadership and support.
• Uphold workplace safety, compliance regulations, and internal operating procedures.
• Assist with the training and development of assembly and print finishing staff.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of print production and/or print finishing processes is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with finishing techniques such as cutting, binding, lamination, etc., is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A quality-driven mindset with solid problem-solving abilities.
• Flexible, proactive, and adaptable to shifting production demands.

Working Hours

08:00-16:00, Monday-Friday, 37.5hrs per week, with 30 minutes deducted for lunch per day and 2 additional 15-minute breaks during the day.