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Production Supervisor
TN United Kingdom
Whittlesey
On-site
GBP 35,000 - 55,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in a busy industrial environment. This role demands a hands-on approach, with the supervisor spending significant time on the factory floor, ensuring safety practices and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a background in heavy industry. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and innovation, where your contributions will directly impact performance and efficiency in production processes.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in leading teams in industrial settings.
- Strong commitment to improving plant performance and safety.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of shift operators to ensure manufacturing excellence.
- Monitor KPIs and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
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Job description
Our client in Whittlesey is looking for a strong-minded and experienced Production Supervisor for their busy industrial environment. You will be the line manager for a team of 4 people. This is a very hands-on role with 85% of your time in the factory with the team and 15% of your time in the office/admin.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure safe working practices are followed and standard operating procedures are maintained at all times.
- Lead, manage, and develop shift operators, promoting a culture of manufacturing excellence.
- Understand and monitor KPIs to ensure the IBA processing plant meets or exceeds performance targets.
- Actively participate in meetings, encouraging collaboration, and driving continuous improvement.
- Oversee accurate and timely data collection and reporting; review shift data to ensure reliability before distribution.
- Manage holiday scheduling to align with business needs and avoid staffing shortages.
- Support business operations beyond production when needed, utilizing your skills across departments.
- Liaise with machine suppliers to prioritize repair work in line with safety and production needs.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the Production Manager.
Requirements and Experience:
- Minimum IOSH Managing Safely qualification; NEBOSH preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong leadership with proven experience in building and leading teams.
- Background working in complex, heavy industrial settings with large mobile plant & equipment.
- Results-driven, with a strong commitment to improving plant performance.
- Knowledge of plant maintenance systems and effective problem-solving techniques.
- Excellent communicator, able to engage with diverse teams and handle challenging situations.
- Effective time management and organisational skills to prioritise tasks efficiently.
A background in Heavy industry such as quarry, recycling, waste, mining etc. would be an advantage.
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