Adecco
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Shift Production Supervisor to join our client in North Ayrshire, who are a busy and growing manufacturing company. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and a background in production or manufacturing to step into a key supervisory role.
You will be responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring quality standards are maintained, and leading a team to achieve shift and hourly targets. Working closely with management and support teams, you'll play a key role in driving performance and continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate day-to-day production activities within a manufacturing environment
- Drive output, efficiency, and productivity across your shift
- Manage and support a team including training, development, and performance management
- Monitor attendance, timekeeping, and team performance
- Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety standards
- Maintain quality standards through regular checks and monitoring
- Identify and resolve production or operational issues in real time
- Work closely with maintenance teams to minimise downtime
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and right-first-time quality
What We're Looking For
- Experience within a manufacturing or production (ideally in a supervisory or senior role)
- Strong understanding of production processes and quality standards
- Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment
- Hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Flexible to work shift pattern
- Results-driven with a strong focus on quality and efficiency
- A team player who can lead from the front
- Enthusiastic, reliable, and adaptable
- Excellent attention to detail
Performance Focus
- Meeting production targets
- Improving efficiency and reducing downtime
- Maintaining high-quality standards
- Supporting team engagement and development
- Ensuring health & safety compliance across operations
Working Hours
- Full-time: 38.75 hours per week
- Shift rotation, Monday to Friday
To discuss this fantastic opportunity, get in touch today for a confidential chat.
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