Production Supervisor (Sheet Metal)

Job Details

Our client, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer. Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. We are seeking an organised and assertive Production Supervisor (Sheet Metal).

Job Description

• Setting weekly plans and targets to ensure the team meet the required daily output.
• Report daily on any issues with regards to receiving parts internally and the smooth flow of machines through the area.
• Monitoring and control of budgets.
• Responsibility for the control of risk assessments, staff training plans and SDQCP activities.
• Maintenance and control quality levels promoting high standards throughout the team.
• Ensuring the communication between departments and sections results in an effective supply and smooth flow of parts.
• Ensuring [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Health, Safety and Environmental rules are implemented.
• Promote a positive culture amongst staff by engaging them in health and safety improvements and kaizen initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement activities.
• Drive 5S activity within your team.
• Report and update the sections KPI results.
• Manage and lead a team of technicians and operators.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Proven leader, with deliverables in all key areas: SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & People).
• Can do attitude.
• Experience working within a Supervisory role.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement techniques.
• Knowledge of quality control standards and inspection processes.
• Commitment to maintaining health and safety compliance in the workplace.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions quickly.
• Strong decision-making skills under pressure.
• Experience in planning and scheduling production to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage resources efficiently and reduce downtime.
• Proven ability to manage, coach, and develop a team to achieve production targets.
• Skilled in handling performance issues and fostering a positive work environment.
• Strong conflict resolution and communication skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of the workings of the Sheet Metal department

The Reward

• 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 4x Salary Life Insurance and Well Being Programmes
• 8% Pension contribution
• Sick pay
• Private health care plan
• Free Uniform
• Free Parking
• Subsidised Restaurant on site
• Working hours: 08:15am - 4:30pm Monday to Friday
• Overtime paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday Time 1/2, Sunday Double Time.

Contact

Julian Ball - Recruitment Coordinator
Phone: [contact hidden]
Email: [contact hidden]