Production Supervisor - Milton

Forterra Building Products Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Forterra Building Products Ltd in Abingdon, UK, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead block production on rotating shift patterns from 6am to 6pm. You will ensure safety, quality and efficiency in manufacturing concrete building blocks, and coach the team to meet daily targets.

The role focuses on implementing processes, coordinating with maintenance and other departments, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement while complying with health & safety standards.

Qualifications

• GCSE-level literacy and numeracy.
• Experience leading and coaching teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production requirements are completed on time and accurately.
• Maintain health & safety policies and report concerns promptly.
• Coordinate across sites and departments to keep operations aligned.
• Lead, coach and develop shift team members daily.
• Ensure the plant runs efficiently and produces high-quality product.
• Collaborate with maintenance and safety to meet targets.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Health & safety

Problem solving

MS Word & Excel

Prioritization

Education

GCSE literacy & numeracy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Rotating Shift Pattern 6am to 6pm (4 shifts one week, 3 shifts the following week)

Join our Milton manufacturing team as a Production Supervisor, overseeing the production of concrete building blocks and ensuring operational excellence, product quality and safety standards are achieved every day.

About the role

The position will provide direction and control within a production environment manufacturing concrete building block for use in both the commercial and domestic (Housing) Markets.

As a Production Supervisor the successful candidate will be working in our production operation producing Aggregate blocks. The role holder will play an active part in the development of business plans, the design and delivery of key processes and fulfilling the strategic objectives

• The correct and timely completion of production requirements.
• To maintain and police company and site Health & Safety policies.
• To maintain communication lines between the sites other departments.
• To make decisions in the best interests of the company with any on shift issues that may arise within the specifications of the role.
• To work closely with the shift colleagues, opposite Production Supervisor, maintenance department, Safety Coordinator and Plant Manager to ensure the sites targets and objectives are achieved.
• To ensure the plant is running efficiently and producing product of the highest quality by way of process confirmation.
• Manage and coach team members on a day-to-day basis using effective communication.

The job role will involve being trained in various production processes contained within the manufacturing system. These will include our Concrete batching plant; Manufacturing & packaging plant associated with block production & operating a range of mobile plant.

Key accountabilities relating to Health & Safety

• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety for not only yourself but others whilst engaged in all workplace activities.
• Ensure all Health & safety standards are adhered to as set out within the sites health & safety management systems.
• Report all Health & Safety concerns immediately to your line manager
• Ensure that risk assessments and standard operating procedures for each task / process for which you are trained are strictly adhered to. No tasks to be undertaken where a current and suitable risk assessment /SOP is not in place.
• Ensure that PPE issued is kept and maintained in good condition
• Ensure that all tools & equipment that you use are kept in good condition, returned to their nominated storage place after use & any defects are reported.
• Ensure that all guarding is correctly fitted. Report & action any defective equipment immediately
• Ensure a permit to work is obtained for high-risk tasks e.g., working at height, entering a confined space working

Key accountabilities Relating to Quality Systems

• Complete and sign all process control sheets relative to the processes you are engaged in prior to the end of the day. Report all quality concerns immediately to your line manager
• Ensure that you adhere to the quality requirements as specified in the site’s quality system for all production processes you are trained in.
• Work with management to develop a good sustainability culture at the works.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• Proactive in maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Willingness and capability to learn and become proficient in all site manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Sound understanding of health and safety practices within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage a varied workload in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a practical and solution-oriented approach.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, coach, and develop a team through clear communication and effective people management.
• GCSE-level literacy and numeracy.
• Previous experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience within a manufacturing or factory environment would be advantageous.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Able to demonstrate effective leadership skills and inspire high levels of team performance.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic, with a commitment to delivering high standards and excellent attention to detail.

We don't expect you to tick every box. If you bring the mindset, curiosity and drive to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.