Production Department Supervisor will be involved with:
- Leading, supporting and developing a team to achieve departmental objectives.
- Planning daily workloads and making effective use of people, equipment and resources.
- Monitoring production progress and addressing issues that could affect delivery.
- Maintaining high standards of Health, Safety, Quality and Housekeeping.
- Managing attendance, timekeeping and performance fairly and consistently.
- Identifying training needs and supporting the recruitment and induction of new employees.
- Maintaining accurate records and communicating clear priorities and progress updates.
- Working closely with colleagues across the business to resolve day-to-day production issues.
- Identifying practical improvements and ensuring agreed actions are completed on time.
- Promoting a positive working environment and encouraging employees to take pride in their work.
Essential knowledge, skills & experience:
- Experience of working within a manufacturing, engineering or similar production environment.
- Experience of leading, supervising or supporting a team.
- Good leadership and communication skills.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to plan workloads and manage competing priorities.
- A practical approach to resolving day-to-day production problems.
- Ability to lead by example and take responsibility.
- Ability to maintain consistent standards and address concerns constructively.
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues across different areas of the business.
Preferred knowledge, skills & experience:
- Previous experience working as a Production Supervisor, Team Leader or similar position.
- Experience within an aerospace engineering or precision manufacturing environment, is helpful but not compulsory.
- Knowledge of Health, Safety and Quality requirements within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience of continuous improvement or lean manufacturing techniques.
- Experience of training, developing or mentoring employees.