About the role
We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Production Supervisor to join our IoW factory team. This is a key shopfloor leadership role, responsible for overseeing day-to-day production activities to ensure products are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.
You will play a vital role in organising workflows, supporting and developing the shopfloor team, and driving a culture of continuous improvement while maintaining a strong operational presence.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of daily production activities, resolving issues that may impact safety, quality, or delivery schedules
- Lead, motivate, and manage the shopfloor team, promoting a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture
- Ensure all production activities comply with QHSSE policies and maintain a safe, efficient working environment
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using 5S and lean manufacturing principles
- Monitor and deliver shopfloor KPIs in line with business objectives and company values
- Work closely with the Production Planner to optimise production plans, capacity, and manpower
- Champion the use of D365, ensuring accurate, real-time production and performance data
- Ensure team training and competence in line with the competency matrix, supporting flexible skillsets
- Coordinate with planning to ensure materials and components are available to support uninterrupted production
- Oversee machinery maintenance, repairs, and equipment replacement as required
- Deputise for the Production Manager when needed
- Exercise the authority to stop work where safety or QHSSE compliance is compromised
About You:
You are a practical, confident leader with strong experience in production and a passion for safe, efficient manufacturing operations.
Essential:
- At least five years’ experience in shopfloor operations within a similar factory environment
- Strong understanding of production processes, scheduling, and planning
- Proven leadership ability with excellent communication skills
- A decisive, organised, and solutions-focused approach
- Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Production or process experience
- Experience in continuous improvement or manufacturing environments
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation that values safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and professional development. You’ll have the chance to make a real impact on shopfloor performance and help shape the future of our production operations.
Hours of Work:
39 hours per week
Monday to Thursday 07:15 am to 4:45 pm,
Friday 07:15 am to 12:30 pm
Salary:
£35,000.00 up to £40,000 depending on experience
Excellent Employee Benefits:
- 25 days Annual leave plus 8 Public Holidays
- Private Medical Cover*
- 4 x Salary Life Insurance*
- 6% Employer and 3% Employee contributory pension scheme*
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Group Income Protection*
- Medicash Health Cash Plan*
- 3-month probationary period
- Company Sick pay
- Monday to Friday Day (early finish on a Friday)
- *Benefits applicable after 3 months
Job Types:
- Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location:
In person
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