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We’re hiring Production Supervisors with vehicle manufacturing / assemble experience to lead multi-skilled teams within a fast-growing global defence manufacturer supplying equipment to the British military. This is a hands-on leadership role with real accountability for safety, delivery, quality, and cost.
You’ll lead teams of technicians in the areas of paint, sub-assembly and PDI, driving performance whilst embedding a strong continuous improvement culture.
Why join?
* Up to £55k salary with long-term career progression
* Early finish Fridays (12pm)
* Excellent pension: 7% employer / 4% employee
* 25–28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
* Life assurance (4x salary)
* Enhanced sick pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Wellbeing programme (events, free fresh fruit & more)
What you’ll be responsible for:
* Leading manufacturing teams to deliver right-first-time product
* Owning SHE leadership, risk management, and safe systems of work
* Achieving schedule adherence, creating recovery plans and SIC where needed
* Managing labour deployment, productivity, and returned hour targets
* Driving continuous improvement across safety, quality, cost, and delivery
* Managing absence, welfare, competence, and performance reviews
* Leading shift briefs and daily communications
* Owning and reporting SQCDP KPIs and production metrics
* Ensuring full compliance with quality systems and manufacturing procedures
* Maintaining a visitor-ready, audit-ready shopfloor environment
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience in heavy vehicle manufacturing environments
* HND / Degree in Manufacturing or Engineering
* Strong background as a Production / Manufacturing Supervisor
* IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualification
* Confident with SAP or ERP systems and MRP principles
* Track record in production planning, recovery plans, and KPI reporting
* Strong people leadership, resource planning, and risk management skills
These are pivotal leadership roles with genuine influence on how the operation scales. If you’re a supervisor who thrives on ownership, visibility, and improvement—this is the opportunity.
Apply now or contact Tim Hill at Technical Placements for a confidential conversation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Sick pay
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