Job Description

Prince are happy to be supporting an established client based in the north Shropshire area, who currently have a fantastic opportunity to join their business as a Manufacturing supervisor. In this newly created role, you will be overseeing the daily production operations, driving efficiency, supporting the development production team and ensure that all quality and safety standards are being upheld.
This role would suit someone with a strong background in a fabrications environment who is either in a lead / supervisor / team leader role already, or someone looking for the chance to use their existing experience and step up into more of a leadership position.
The Manufacturing Supervisor will be responsible for:

• Manage daily factory operations, ensuring production schedules and targets are consistently achieved
• Lead and inspire a team of production staff through effective supervision, coaching, and performance management
• Allocate tasks and optimise labour resources to maintain smooth workflow and operational efficiency
• Uphold manufacturing standards, quality assurance protocols, and health & safety compliance
• Utilise welding and fabrication expertise to support troubleshooting, training, and technical guidance on the shop floor
• Champion 5S and lean manufacturing principles to maintain a clean, organised, and high-performing work environment
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process enhancements to boost productivity and reduce waste
• Analyse production metrics and performance data, providing insights and recommendations to improve operations
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve equipment and process-related issues
• Foster a positive, safety-conscious, and team-oriented workplace culture

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a Manufacturing / Production / Fabrications supervisory or team leadership role within manufacturing, fabrication, or production
• Hands-on proficiency in welding and metal fabrication techniques (e.g., MIG, TIG, structural or sheet metal)
• Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of motivating and developing teams
• Practical knowledge of 5S and lean methodologies, with experience in implementation and maintenance
• Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency and reducing downtime
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Solid understanding of factory safety standards and regulatory compliance

The application process:
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