Production Supervisor
4 days ago
Middlesbrough
Are you a Lead Technician or Manufacturing Supervisor looking to make a genuine impact? This global leader in gas detection technology near Middlesbrough are seeking a Production Supervisor. This isn't just "another assembly job". You will be leading the team responsible for manufacturing, repairing, and testing high-precision equipment used in mission-critical environments, from military submarines to deep-sea diving and scientific laboratories. You will be the heartbeat of the shop floor. You’ll manage a high-performing team of Technicians, ensuring that every piece of equipment leaving the facility meets the exacting standards required to save lives. You will balance hands-on technical expertise (soldering, mechanical assembly, wire looms) with strategic leadership (KPI monitoring, 1-2-1s, and process improvement). What You'll be Doing: • Coach and develop your team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence., • Oversee production schedules, ensuring work aligns with SOPs and quality standards., • Perform independent inspections and verify build/repair phases from receipt to dispatch., • Drive efficiency through Lean methodologies and the use of ERP systems/data., • Maintain a gold-standard H&S environment, leading by example with 5S initiatives. What You’ll Need to Succeed: • HNC (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline., • Proven experience supervising or leading a team within a manufacturing or production environment., • Strong hands-on experience in the assembly, testing, or repair of electronic and mechanical products (soldering and wire looms are essential)., • High attention to detail, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, safety-critical environment., • You must have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available for this role). Why You'll Love this Job: • Salary £35-37,000 depending on experience, • 32 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays), plus your Birthday off and Christmas Eve off., • 7% employer pension contribution and a company profit-share scheme., • Healthcare Cash Plan, GP 24/7 service, and other Wellbeing services., • Full support for CPD and annual subscriptions to professional bodies. If you are a motivated production leader with a background in precision engineering and a passion for quality, we want to hear from you. Apply today!