Production Supervisor - Manager - Manufacturing

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A stable manufacturing company near Birmingham is seeking a Production Supervisor and Manager to oversee the assembly department's daily operations. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years in leadership roles within manufacturing and strong communication skills. The role offers a salary range of £80k to £100k+ based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in a leadership/supervisory role in manufacturing.
• 5-10+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Plan, delegate, and monitor production tasks.
• Train, coach, and discipline assembly team members.
• Lead problem-solving efforts and continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

MS Office

Measurement tools

Job description

Job Posting – Production Supervisor and Production Manager

This is a direct hire position with a well-established, stable, and growing manufacturer located south of the Birmingham area. Salary range is 80 to 85k+ for the Supervisor role and is based on experience and overall skill set. The salary range for the Production Manager is 85k to 100k+.

Overview

The Production Supervisor/Manager oversees the daily operations of the assembly department, ensuring production goals, quality standards, and safety protocols are met. This role involves supervising and coaching technicians, managing workflows, resolving production issues, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Plan, delegate, and monitor production tasks to meet quality and output targets.
• Train, coach, and discipline assembly team members.
• Coordinate with team leads and manage attendance and scheduling.
• Lead problem-solving efforts and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure proper machine setup and address material/tooling issues.
• Maintain daily communication and use inventory/time-tracking systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership/supervisory role in manufacturing. 7+ years for the Plant Manager role.
• 5-10+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ability to read technical drawings and use measurement tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Company Description

Leadership opportunity with stable and growing company!