Sigma 3 Kitchens Ltd Production Supervisor About the Sigma 3 Business At an exciting time in our plans for growth, Sigma3 Kitchens is looking to strengthen its manufacturing team. We are looking for an enthusiastic Production Supervisor with ambition and self-motivation to support the drive for improvement in our Manufacturing Division, specifically in the assembly area at the Bridgend Factory. Key Tasks Quality Develop & adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) – control of documentation and training. Information / feedback – understand the need for documentation, its control and traceability. Maintain good housekeeping working to the principles of Lean Manufacturing, 5S and TQM Understand Root Cause Analysis and Corrective/Preventative Action (CAPA) system in problem solving Understand working parameters of machines and principles of Planned Preventative Maintenance, product specification conformity, QC checking / recording / reporting and traceability. Quality of finished Goods, Non-Conformance and Completion Rates Performance The ability to capture the best techniques for all jobs. Understand Material & People workflows Understanding of department targets and objectives. Responsible for team and departmental achievement of KPIs Capable of root cause analysis to predict and eliminate operational problems Attend meetings as and when requested and report back to Teams via Team Briefs Maintain Operational Performance Boards. Utilization of Continuous Improvement Techniques at all times Ownership of Assembly Operations (People, Process, Products & Procedures.) Planning production Best utilisation of manpower to achieve production targets. Planning the daily workload to meet demand and achieve KPIs. Making proper time available for training. Rescheduling / reorganising workload and staff to overcome problems to meet KPIs. Liaise with the Factory Manager regarding staffing levels and in particular authorisation for overtime. Supervise staff Management of staff to meet manufacturing /departmental objectives and targets Management and authorisation of holidays in accordance with Company procedures. New product training Responsible for staff attendance levels / time keeping – challenge and conduct Return To Work Interviews Conduct team meetings as directed and record discussion / reaction. Provide feedback to the Factory Manager. First line disciplinary action in accordance with Company procedures. Capable of motivating and developing Staff Health & Safety The ability to make all jobs safe Keeping all safety devices in proper use Induct, instruct on & follow up on safety training Set a good safety example Complete Risk Assessments and document. Toolbox talks / train and educate staff on assessments and how they need to be recorded. Monitor H&S actions, report faults to HSEQ Manager. Work with HSEQ Manager to construct Work Instructions; Safety Risk Assessments; Procedures & Training packages for all work-based tasks. Compliant to Statutory Requirements i.e PPE Personal Specification Be self-motivated and have first class customer service skills Have the personality, communication skills and ability to manage and lead a team effectively. The ability to work independently and on own initiative. Must have the ability to evaluate and predict operational issues before they arise Be well organised to meet priorities, timescales and deadlines. The ability to work with pace and purpose. Flexible working arrangements to meet customer needs, early mornings, evenings and weekends as workload demands. Attention to detail The ability to work as an integral part of Manufacturing. Computer literate (MS Office) The ability to understand flow and problem solving The ability to carry out scheduled basic maintenance Rewards The opportunity to progress within Sigma 3 Kitchens and to apply for a position which carries significant responsibility The annual salary for this post will be consistent with Company Supervisor pay scale. 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension Permanent health insurance Life insurance Company sick pay Employee discount scheme Free on-site parking Internal candidates Existing terms and conditions will remain the same for internal candidates. Closing Date 25th July 2025: Apply in writing with a CV to Geoff Moore, HR Manager or e-mail your application to g-moore@sigma3.co.uk