Manufacturing Supervisor

Salary: £33,000 plus up to £5,000 per annum performance-related bonus

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Workforce is recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturing business in Redditch for an experienced and motivated Manufacturing Supervisor to join their production team.

Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you will lead a team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring production targets, quality standards and health & safety requirements are consistently met.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who enjoys developing teams, driving productivity and maintaining high operational standards. There is also the potential to earn a performance‑related bonus of up to £5,000 per annum, based on machine performance and production targets.

• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and company policies.
• Supervise, motivate and organise team members to maximise productivity and performance.
• Monitor production processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Diagnose equipment faults and coordinate repairs.
• Carry out basic maintenance tasks and fit replacement parts where required.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns, emergencies and unplanned maintenance issues.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.
• Monitor stock levels of materials and equipment.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and promptly.
• Support the training and development of team members.
• Ensure production targets and operational KPIs are consistently achieved.
• Monitor machine performance and collaborate with the team to meet production goals.
• Maintain a safe, organised and efficient working environment.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Minimum of three years’ supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing people, including performance management and disciplinary processes.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workloads.
• Experience working to quality standards and achieving production targets.
• Basic mechanical or maintenance knowledge.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• A hands‑on approach with the flexibility to support operational activities as required.
• Ability to delegate effectively and manage multiple priorities.
• Forklift Truck (FLT) licence or relevant experience.
• Experience with in plastics manufacturing or a similar production environment.
• Familiarity with production machinery and machine output targets.

The role operates on a Monday to Friday rotating shift pattern, working alongside another Supervisor:

Occasional night shift cover (22:00 – 06:00) may be required during periods of holiday absence, paid at £16.26 per hour.

• Up to £5,000 per annum performance‑related bonus
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Stable and growing manufacturing business
• Opportunity to make a real impact within a supervisory role
• Ongoing training and development opportunities