Production Supervisor

Theo James Recruitment; Peterlee; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Peterlee is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead a team in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee production activities, ensuring safety, quality, and performance targets are achieved. The ideal candidate has a background in automotive manufacturing with strong leadership and communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary plus shift allowance within a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Production Supervisor in an automotive environment.
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team to achieve targets.
• Oversee daily production activities and ensure effective communication.
• Drive performance using lean manufacturing principles.
• Manage internal and customer issues effectively.

Skills

Production supervision

People management

Lean manufacturing principles

Health and safety regulations

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Location: Peterlee

Salary: Competitive + Shift Allowance

Shifts: 3-shift rotation (6-2, 2-10, 10-6)

Reporting to: Production Manager

The Company

A leading name in automotive manufacturing is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join their team in Peterlee. Working on a three-shift rotation, you\'ll oversee both machine shop and assembly operations, ensuring that safety, quality, and performance targets are consistently achieved. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, hands-on leader to take ownership of a high-performing team within a business recognised for its strong values, commitment to continuous improvement, and investment in its people.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of production operatives to achieve performance, quality, and safety targets.
• Oversee daily production activities, ensuring smooth shift handovers and effective communication between teams.
• Drive performance and efficiency using lean manufacturing principles.
• Allocate resources to meet production schedules and adapt to changing priorities.
• Work with Maintenance to address equipment issues and minimise downtime.
• Support a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement process enhancements that improve productivity and quality.
• Manage internal and customer issues, implementing robust corrective actions.

Skills and Requirements

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor (minimum 3 years in a similar environment).
• Background in automotive or precision engineering/manufacturing is essential.
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations and production best practices.
• Excellent people management, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proactive leader who drives engagement, accountability, and improvement.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and production management systems.
• Analytical, reliable, and adaptable with a positive, hands-on approach.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected automotive manufacturer with a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.

We\'ve recently placed within their HSE department, and our case studies highlight how much employees genuinely enjoy the environment, the people, and the supportive leadership. It\'s a business that values initiative, rewards hard work, and offers a strong sense of team belonging.

If you\'re a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and wants to make an impact, this is the role for you.