Production Supervisor
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We are seeking a motivated and experiencedConversion Supervisorto lead the Conversion team and support the continued growth of the business. This role requires a strong leader who can drive performance, uphold company values, and ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations across the workshop.
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You will oversee daily production activity, coordinate with multiple departments, manage staff planning, and play a key role in continuous improvement initiatives.
Hours:MondayFriday, 8:00am4:00pm
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Manage the Conversion production schedule and adapt plans as required
- Define deadlines for orders and adjust machine/shop capacity based on workload
- Coordinate closely with Extrusion, Maintenance, Logistics, Technical Service and SEP
- Oversee installation and start-up of new machinery in collaboration with Technical teams
- Monitor equipment maintenance and ensure timely interventions
People Management
- Conduct team and individual meetings
- Create staff rotas and adapt planning to operational needs
- Propose training plans and support staff development
- Participate in recruitment and decision-making processes
- Validate hours worked and manage temporary labour requirements
- Address organisational or interpersonal issues effectively
Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Lead or co-lead improvement projects (5S, SMED, TPM)
- Define and monitor KPIs for the PP transformation area
- Analyse production incidents, customer complaints and non-conformities
- Set team and individual objectives and evaluate performance
- Research and implement technical improvements to enhance productivity and quality
- Support development of new products and process evolution
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure product quality controls are completed and recorded
- Conduct risk analysis and support safety assessments
- Enforce Quality, Safety and Environmental procedures
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the workshop and surrounding areas
- Support waste sorting and recycling policies
Accountabilities
- Productivity and performance of the Conversion workshop
- Quality of processed products
- Delivery of KPIs and continuous improvement outcomes
- Effective communication flow between teams and management
Personal Profile
Training & Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Technical qualification preferred
- Background xbpsjku in plastics or conversion processes desirable
- Strong computer literacy
- English language skills preferred
Skills & Knowledge
- Expertise in technical conversion processes
- Strong leadership and people-management capability
- ERP experience desirable
- Solid understanding of safety culture
- Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills
- Open-minded, proactive, and a role model in manufacturing leadership
Experience
- Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing
- Experience in product conversion is highly desirable
Benefits:
- Matched pension up to 9%
- Level 1 PMI Healthcare
- 4x Death in Service
- Income Protection Insurance
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee rewards platform
- Location:
- Cheltenham
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Manufacturing And Production
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