Fabrication Production Supervisor

Fabrication Production Supervisor

Hereford

Up to £40,000 - Dependant on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

My client is a well-established engineering company that designs, manufactures and supplies a range of products. As a Fabrication Production Supervisor your role will focus on managing and developing the fabrication department/team.

Fabrication Production Supervisor Responsibilities;
* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the fabrication department, acting as the first point of contact for all operational activities.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and conduct regular audits.
* Organize and prioritize workloads based on the production schedule to meet deadlines and ensure on-time delivery (OTIF).
* Provide updates to the Site Manager and team during daily briefs regarding output, quality, and health and safety.
* Ensure all products meet the highest quality standards, addressing and resolving any quality issues promptly.
* Manage and motivate the team, fostering a multi-skilled workforce through training and development.
* Monitor and refine production processes, troubleshoot issues, and adjust schedules to minimize downtime.
* Ensure materials are issued in a timely manner and liaise with the planning department on stock issues.
* Interpret technical drawings and support the team in achieving production goals.
* Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement practices.

Fabrication Production Supervisor Requirements;
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Engineering or Manufacturing.
* Recent experience leading or supervising a team of welders and fabricators in a manufacturing environment.
* Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings to guide production.
* Strong understanding of health and safety practices (e.g., IOSH certification).
* Proven ability to work within an ISO9001-certified facility.
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
* Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.

Based in Hereford this Fabrication Production Supervisor opportunity is commutable from Ledbury, Ross-on-Wye, Tewkesbury, Malvern and Gloucester.