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Operations Supervisor
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Chestfield, Kent County, CT5, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-27
Listing for:
New Appointments Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-27
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Process Operations Supervisor
Location:
Rochester, Kent
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits
Hours:
Full Time
We are currently recruiting for a Process Operations Supervisor to join a well-established manufacturing business in Rochester. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced production, manufacturing or operations leader to take ownership of a key operational area, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and productivity targets are consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and supervise daily production and process operations to achieve operational targets.
- Ensure manufacturing plans and schedules are delivered efficiently and on time.
- Monitor and manage key performance indicators including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, OEE, downtime, yield and productivity.
- Coordinate staffing levels, workload allocation and resource planning.
- Identify, investigate and resolve production issues while escalating concerns when required.
- Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture across the operation.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards and operational requirements.
- Lead, coach and develop operators, technicians and production personnel.
- Manage training, performance reviews, competency assessments and employee development.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement and 5S initiatives.
- Use problem-solving techniques such as Root Cause Analysis and Kaizen to improve operational performance.
- Analyse production data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and output.
- Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Planning and Supply Chain teams to support operational success.
To be considered for this position, you will ideally have:
- Previous experience in a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Team Leader or similar leadership role.
- Experience with in a manufacturing, production, process, engineering, pharmaceutical, chemical or FMCG environment.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Experience monitoring KPIs and driving operational performance.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S or Operational Excellence methodologies.
- Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving abilities.
- A proactive approach with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
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