Production Supervisor

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established manufacturing business in a hands-on leadership role, ideal for an experienced Production Supervisor ready to take the next step into Production Management. You'll take responsibility for a team of 12 within the factory, overseeing day-to-day production, supporting and developing your team, and helping to drive efficiency, quality and performance across the operation.

Job title: Production Supervisor Location: Outskirts of Ashford Salary: up to £44,000 Hours: Monday to Friday + 4 hours on alternate Saturdays Key responsibilities would be: Supervise the day-to-day operation and performance of the plant.

Lead, supervisor and support the team, providing direction and expectations. Ensure products are prepared, processed and dispatched on time, in full. Work with the Production Manager to achieve production targets. Communicate potential delays, issues or shortages affecting customer orders.

Monitor performance and take action where targets/standards are not being achieved. Support with day-to-day employee matters including performance, attendance and conduct. Build a positive culture of accountability, teamwork and clear communication.

Organise and manage the workforce effectively to meet operational requirements. Ensure production records and documentation are completed accurately and on time. Monitor stock levels and liaise with Purchasing to ensure stock is available.

Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve efficiency and minimise costs. Support and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the plant. Ensure employees follow procedures and quality standards. Support the recruitment, onboarding, training and development of team members.

Work closely with the management team to resolve operational issues. Experience and skills required: Experience leading in an industrial manufacturing, production or engineering environment. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, coach and develop.

Experience supporting with performance, attendance and day-to-day employee matters. The ability to take ownership of issues, make decisions and provide resolution. Excellent communication and organisational skills. A strong understanding of Health & Safety requirements.

Exposure to ISO 9001 or similar quality systems would be advantageous. Experience of continuous improvement, waste reduction or operational efficiency would be advantageous.

Benefits

20 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Staff discount on products Life insurance Private medical Company pension Free parkingNext steps: If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

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