Reference Number: 449080
Published Date: 08/10/2026
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £31000 - £35000 Per annum
Industry: 
Hours: Full Time
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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