Production Supervisor
Maidstone | Full-Time | Permanent
Monday to Friday 7.30am – 4pm
£30k - £35k dependent on experience
Are you an experienced manufacturing professional looking for your next opportunity? We’re working with a well-established business in the Maidstone area who are seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to join their busy production team.
This is a fantastic chance to join a company with a long-standing reputation for quality and customer service, supplying a diverse range of products across the UK and beyond.
The role:
- Overseeing daily production activities, ensuring targets, schedules and quality standards are consistently achieved
- Leading from the front on the shop floor, supporting and performing operational tasks as needed
- Taking responsibility for site operations in the Manager’s absence
- Promoting a strong health & safety culture, ensuring policies are followed and actively participating in audits and risk assessments
- Identifying and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and reduce waste
- Monitoring inventory levels and ensuring machinery and equipment are properly maintained to minimise downtime
The person:
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment, ideally with some supervisory experience
- Willing to be hands-on and learn all aspects of the operation
- Good understanding of health & safety practices and compliance requirements
- Interest or experience in continuous improvement (Lean, 5S, Kaizen advantageous)
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and support a team
- Able to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
- A full, valid forklift licence is essential
What’s on offer:
- A supportive, inclusive working environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
This role is being handled by Pearson Whiffin Recruitment’s Manufacturing, Engineering and Technical division