Manufacturing Supervisor Electrical Sub-Assembly

Position: Manufacturing Supervisor – Electrical Sub-Assembly
Proactive Personnel Ltd are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to lead an electrical sub-assembly team within a busy manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader with a strong electrical background to oversee production activities, drive team performance, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

The Role:

Reporting directly to the Manufacturing Manager, you will be responsible for supervising a team of electrical panel wirer's and fitters, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead, support and motivate a team of electrical assembly technicians, panel builders, and fitters.

* Take ownership of allocated projects from planning through to successful completion.

* Ensure all testing and inspection procedures are completed accurately and documented before products are released for final assembly.

* Organise and prioritise daily workloads to meet project milestones and production schedules.

* Provide regular progress updates to the Manufacturing Manager on project status and team performance.

* Work closely with other departments to ensure effective communication and smooth project delivery.

* Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, efficiency, and quality standards.

* Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety policies, risk assessments, and PPE requirements.

* Support employee development through mentoring, coaching, performance management, and involvement in disciplinary procedures when required.

* Follow and uphold all company policies, procedures, and operational standards.

Essential

Skills & Experience:

* Minimum of three years' experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing, engineering, automation, or equipment-build environment.

* Strong understanding of electrical control systems and the ability to interpret electrical schematics and drawings.

* Previous hands-on experience in electrical fitting, panel wiring, or machine assembly.

* Technically minded, with knowledge of inverter parameter configuration or a willingness to develop these skills.

* Proven ability to manage projects, solve problems, and work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

* Experience coordinating teams to achieve production deadlines and quality objectives.

Qualifications:

* HNC (or equivalent qualification) in an Electrical Engineering discipline.

Personal Attributes:

* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Proactive approach to learning, development, and continuous improvement.

* Ability to take ownership, responsibility, and accountability for results.

* Organised, driven, and committed to delivering high standards of work.

If you have the leadership skills, electrical expertise, and manufacturing experience we're looking for, we'd like to hear from you.

To apply , please submit your CV by clicking apply now or contact our office today for more information about the role