Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor

Location:

Redditch

Salary: £30k-£35k + Benefits

Hours:

Days

Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent

Are you a proactive, highly motivated warehouse leader looking for your next career milestone?

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a well-established manufacturing and distribution business as they expand into a brand-new facility in Redditch. As the Operations Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role from day one in shaping operational processes, embedding culture, and driving headcount growth at this new site.

This is a key, high-visibility role reporting directly to the Operations Manager, offering genuine room for long-term career development as the facility expands.

• Team Leadership & Engagement:
  Inspire, mentor, and supervise warehouse team members to ensure high morale, excellent attendance, and optimal performance.
• Operational Flow:
  Oversee day-to-day operations from Goods In through to final despatch, ensuring order priorities and storage are aligned with customer demand.
• Site Growth & Onboarding:
  Conduct training and inductions for new starters as the site expands its operational headcount.
• Resource Planning:
  Schedule daily workloads and driver/staffing levels to meet fast-paced demands.
• People Management:
  Handle site HR processes including timekeeping, performance reviews, investigations, and formal disciplinary/grievance procedures.
• Health & Safety Excellence:
  Maintain strict adherence to H&S, Quality, and Environmental standards, ensuring a safe and organised working environment.

• Proven Leadership:
  At least 2 years of warehouse or manufacturing supervisory/management experience with strong, supportive man-management skills.
• H&S Conscious: A strong background in Health & Safety standards (an IOSH qualification is highly desirable).
• Systems Literate:
  Good working knowledge of ERP / Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office.
• Organised & Motivated:
  Exceptional planning skills, a keen eye for detail, and a pride-led approach to housekeeping and operational standards.
• HR
  
  Competency:
  
  Direct experience leading staff inductions, training, and formal disciplinary/investigation processes.
• Clearance:
  Must be eligible and able to pass a basic Disclosure Scotland check.

• Growth & Progression: A rare chance to help build and scale a brand-new facility for a secure, established company.
• Development:
  Continuous professional growth as the site and workforce expand.
• Dynamic Environment: A supportive, team-driven culture where your contributions directly impact success.

We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity