Factory Supervisor

Position: Factory Supervisor (Permanent)
Involve Recruitment (Midlands) Ltd are working with a Design and Manufacturing company based in Wolverhampton to recruit for a Factory Team Leader.

Our client, a family run business with 60 years leading the way within their industry are well known for only using the best components from the best suppliers, which are then skilfully assembled by their dedicated workforce.

Their reputation is built on quality, consistency, and expertise

The Role

We are looking to recruit a Factory Team Leader to lead our assembly operation. This is a hands-on leadership role, with approximately 50% of the time spent on the tools, working alongside the team assembling, and 50% focused on team leadership and factory management.

You will be responsible for leading a team of 6–7 assembly operatives, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and KPIs are consistently met. The role will also support and oversee the fabrication side of the operation also

This position would suit someone who enjoys being on the shop floor, leading by example, while also having the capability to drive improvements in processes, systems, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Assembly

* Work hands-on with the team assembling using hand tools and equipment

* Ensure build quality meets high standards

* Support fabrication activities where required

* Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to specification

Team Leadership

* Lead, motivate, and manage a team of 6–7 assembly operatives

* Allocate work and manage daily production priorities

* Monitor attendance, performance, and conduct

* Provide on-the-job training, guidance, and support

Quality, KPIs & Continuous Improvement

* Manage production output, quality, and delivery KPIs

* Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste

* Support the development and use of systems and standard operating procedures

* Work closely with management to improve workflow and factory performance

Health & Safety

* Ensure safe working practices are followed at all times

* Promote a positive health and safety culture on the shop floor

Skills & Experience Required

* Previous experience as a Team Leader / Supervisor in a manufacturing or assembly environment

* Strong hands-on mechanical or assembly background

* Experience working with hand tools and fabrication processes

* Proven ability to lead from the front and manage a small team

* Experience with production planning, quality control, and KPIs

* Exposure to process improvement, lean manufacturing, or systems implementation (desirable)

* Strong communication and organisational skills

What’s On Offer

* Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000

* Stable, long-term role with a well-established specialist manufacturer

* Day shift hours: 7:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

* Opportunity to play a key role in improving and developing factory operations

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