We are currently partnering with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit a Production Supervisor. This is a key role within a fast-paced, assembly-focused shop floor environment, where you will be responsible for leading a medium-sized team and driving operational performance, efficiency, and quality.
This position would suit an experienced supervisor with a strong grounding in Lean Manufacturing principles, a focus on OTIF delivery, and a proven ability to manage and motivate teams in a busy production setting.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead, motivate, and develop a team of operatives to achieve daily production targets
*Drive On Time In Full (OTIF) performance, ensuring customer delivery expectations are consistently met
*Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing practices (5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, continuous improvement)
*Monitor production KPIs and take proactive steps to address performance gaps
*Ensure adherence to quality standards, minimising defects and rework
*Maintain a strong focus on health & safety, ensuring compliance across the shop floor
*Coordinate workflow, labour allocation, and materials to optimise productivity
*Support training, performance management, and team development initiatives
*Work cross-functionally with planning, quality, and engineering teams
The Ideal Candidate
*Proven experience in a Production Supervisor / Team Leader role within a manufacturing environment
*Strong understanding and practical application of Lean Manufacturing principles
*Demonstrable experience driving OTIF and operational KPIs
*Experience managing a medium-sized team (typically 30-40)
*Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
*Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume assembly environment
*Proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset