Production Supervisor

Location: Halesowen

Production Supervisor

Location:

Halesowen

Salary: £36,000 – £37,000 per annum

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 2:00pm

About the Company
Our client is a major forge within the nuclear industry, supplying high-quality forged components to critical engineering and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join their operations team.

Job Purpose
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Production Supervisor to support daily manufacturing operations while maintaining strict safety, quality, and productivity standards. The successful candidate will help optimise operational efficiency, ensure production targets are achieved, and lead teams to deliver excellent results within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Main

Duties & Responsibilities

Plan and organise work orders and labour within the department to achieve agreed daily O.T.D. and recoveries while maximising productivity and efficient use of production time

Ensure timesheets are completed and booked accurately

Ensure parts are produced in accordance with approved quality standards, procedures, route cards, and engineering drawings

Maintain standard working practices across all operations, including workflow, WIP quantities, process/cycle times, and procedures

Continually monitor production methods and implement improvements through the correct procedures where appropriate

Monitor, analyse, and order departmental consumable stock levels

Provide daily shift instructions to Production Module operatives

Liaise with Manufacturing and Project Engineers to support development of new products and processes

Work closely with Quality Engineers to ensure quality standards are achieved and maintained

Collaborate with supervisors and managers across departments

Liaise with Maintenance teams regarding breakdowns, preventative maintenance, and work orders to minimise downtime and maximise machine availability

Develop expertise in machine setup and operation and share knowledge with relevant personnel

Ensure 5S principles are fully integrated within the department

Adhere to the Health & Safety at Work Act at all times

Ensure Environmental Protection Act policies are followed in line with company objectives

Maintain departmental disciplinary standards in accordance with company procedures

Undertake additional duties within capability as requested by the Operations Manager

Experience & Skills Preferred
Experience

Previous experience within a similar manufacturing or engineering environment

Experience managing and leading teams

Knowledge of manufacturing processes within the relevant production area

Experience working within unionised environments

Qualifications

Apprenticeship in a manufacturing or engineering discipline

Leadership or management qualification desirable

IOSH certification preferred

Personal Skills & Abilities

Strong general IT skills

Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and team-building abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to produce clear and concise documentation

Strong organisational and time management skills

Ability to consistently achieve deadlines

Self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative

High attention to detail with strong literacy and numeracy skills

Other Requirements

Flexibility to work shifts and additional hours when required

Responsive and adaptable to business needs

What They Offer

Competitive salary of £36,000 – £37,000

Stable Monday to Friday shift pattern

Opportunity to work within a well-established nuclear manufacturing environment

Ongoing training and development opportunities

To apply , please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience