Production Supervisor

My Client, a specialist manufacturing business designing and building lights for Aerospace, Maritime and contract markets, is expanding and hiring a Production Supervisor to help keep production running smoothly. This is a new role reporting directly to the Production Manager-ideal if you enjoy leading from the floor, keeping standards tight, and supporting a team to deliver efficient, high-quality output.
What you'll be doing:
Oversee the assembly environment to support efficient manufacture and consistent adherence to procedures
Ensure traceability throughout the manufacturing process
Drive day-to-day compliance with safety protocols and operational standards
Train, mentor and motivate team members on equipment usage and assembly procedures
Support troubleshooting of mechanical issues with manufacturing equipment, and coordinate repairs when needed
Help implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality

What you'll bring:
Proven experience working in a manufacturing setting, with ISO 9001 knowledge
(ideally within a regulated market)
Supervisory experience of 3 years and manufacturing experience of 2 years
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to motivate a team effectively
Excellent communication skills and a genuine team-player mindset
Confidence working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail
Familiarity with manufacturing safety and compliance expectations
Strong problem-solving ability, including hands-on mechanical troubleshooting support

Additional information:
Full-time, permanent position, 41.5 hours per week
Salary: £31,000-£35,000 per year depending on experience
Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 5pm with a 4pm finish on a Friday
Benefits include company pension, parking and free fruit
If you're ready to lead, improve and make a real impact on production performance, we'd love to hear from you so apply today.

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