Production Supervisor

Imperial Recruitment Group; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established fabrication business based in Newton Aycliffe is hiring a Production Supervisor. You will be responsible for overseeing production, ensuring quality standards, and managing employee performance on the factory floor. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career advancement in a stable and growing company. Ideal candidates should have supervisory experience in manufacturing and solid IT skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Pension package

Stable, long-term role

Opportunity to influence processes

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team leader experience in manufacturing.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, stock systems).
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure employees have the correct tools and materials to complete tasks.
• Monitor progress across departments to meet deadlines.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Drive improved quality standards across all production processes.

Skills

Supervisory experience in manufacturing

Good IT skills

Ability to motivate teams

Job description

Imperial Recruitment is hiring on behalf of a well‑established fabrication business at an exciting stage of growth. As Production Supervisor, you'll play a key leadership role on the factory floor, with real influence over people, processes, quality, and delivery performance.

You’ll be trusted to take ownership of day‑to‑day production, act as the central link between two manufacturing sites, and help drive continuous improvement, quality standards, and employee development. For the right person, this role offers visibility, responsibility, and genuine scope to progress.

Key Responsibilities

Production Oversight

• Ensure employees have the correct tools, materials, and instructions to complete tasks
• Monitor progress across departments to ensure deadlines are met
• Support the Manufacturing Manager with continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Support production scheduling based on customer demand and stock levels
• Monitor and adjust plans to meet changing priorities
• Ensure a smooth workflow from CAD office to factory floor
• Coordinate vehicle availability to support production and logistics

Employee Management & HR Reporting

• Act as first point of contact for factory floor employees
• Motivate teams to support overtime and travel where required
• Monitor attendance, lateness, and absenteeism, reporting to HR and management
• Support training and development initiatives

Stock, Materials & Fleet Management

• Maintain oversight of stock levels and material availability
• Check incoming deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes
• Support efficient stock usage and storage
• Oversee company vans, including scheduling, maintenance, and compliance

Quality, Training & Safety

• Drive improved quality standards across all production processes
• Ensure products meet internal and customer specifications
• Carry out skills audits and maintain training matrices
• Coach, mentor, and develop employees to support internal progression
• Promote and enforce health & safety standards at all times

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team leader experience in manufacturing
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, stock systems)
• Full UK driving licence preferred

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Day Shift Role
• Pension package
• Stable, long‑term role within a growing business
• Opportunity to influence processes and develop teams

How to Apply

If you feel you have the skills, attitude and motivation for this position, we welcome your application via Imperial Recruitment.

Fairness and Equal Opportunities

Imperial Recruitment is committed to fairness, equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability or marital status. All hiring decisions are based solely on skills, experience and merit.