Sheet Metal Supervisor

Posted 10 hours 59 minutes ago by Hewett Recruitment

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Worcestershire, Worcester, United Kingdom, WR1 1
Job Description

Sheet Metal Supervisor

Location: Worcester
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits
Full Time Permanent

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader looking to take ownership of a high-performing production team? This is an excellent opportunity to join a world-class manufacturing environment where you'll play a key role in driving safety, quality, delivery and continuous improvement.

Working closely with production and operational teams, you will lead a skilled workforce, ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of quality, efficiency and health & safety.

The Role
  • Lead, motivate and develop a team of technicians and operators
  • Plan and coordinate daily and weekly production activities to achieve output targets
  • Monitor departmental performance through key operational KPIs
  • Drive continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives
  • Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout the manufacturing process
  • Promote a strong health & safety culture across the department
  • Work collaboratively with internal departments to ensure smooth production flow
  • Manage training plans, risk assessments and team development activities
Requirements

Essential:

  • Previous experience within a Production Supervisor, Team Leader or Manufacturing Leadership role
  • Strong people management and coaching skills
  • Experience delivering results across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People objectives
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Experience planning and scheduling production activities

Desirable:

  • Experience within a high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of quality control and inspection processes
  • Experience leading 5S, Kaizen or operational excellence initiatives
  • Understanding of KPI reporting and performance management
Benefits & Development
  • Opportunity to lead a well-established manufacturing team
  • Ongoing leadership and professional development
  • Structured career progression opportunities
  • Modern manufacturing environment
  • Involvement in business-wide continuous improvement projects
  • Supportive and collaborative culture