Production Supervisor

Job Description:

Production Supervisor

Leicester 

£40,000 – £45,000 

Mon–Fri Days

We are recruiting for a Production Supervisor to take ownership of day-to-day production operations within a machining-based manufacturing business in Leicester. This is a standalone supervisory role reporting directly to the General Manager, offering excellent visibility and the chance to make a real impact.

The business has recently been acquired and is now undergoing significant investment, creating a unique opportunity for someone ambitious to grow their career alongside the company’s expansion.

The Role

• Lead daily production operations across machining, cutting, assembly, and finishing processes
• Take full responsibility for production shift performance, output, and quality
• Drive continuous improvement in efficiency, safety, and working practices
• Support training and development to build capability within the team
• Work closely with the General Manager on investment projects and longer-term growth plans

About You

This role will suit an ambitious and motivated production professional looking to step into a position of real responsibility. You will have the confidence to run the production floor day-to-day and the drive to contribute to the wider growth journey.

Key skills and experience:

• Supervisory or team leader experience within a machining, fabrication, or process-led manufacturing environment
• Strong organisational and people management skills
• Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to solve problems quickly
• Desire to grow into a larger leadership role as the business continues to expand

Please note that full and permanent right to work in the UK is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. This employer is unable to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Embracing diversity in all its forms, our client is an equal opportunity employer. They welcome individuals from all walks of life, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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