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Job Title: Naval Factory Supervisor
Location: Rugby
Business Area: Motor Manufacturing
My client is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider. They specialise in contracting and rotating machine services.
The Role…
The Supervisor of the Navy factory is responsible for overseeing daily operations and ensuring the efficient functioning of the Naval Workshop, supporting both the production process and team performance.
Key Responsibilities…
Take ownership of the factory build process for new products within the Naval Business, ensuring smooth operations from start to finish.
Manage daily workshop activities, ensuring effective workload distribution, labour allocation, and material handling for optimal productivity.
Maintain and manage the equipment and plant within your designated area, focusing on Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and continuous improvement.
Drive and support Lean initiatives and continuous improvement projects to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
Assist the Naval Management team and step in to fulfil managerial duties during the manager’s absence.
Promote a "Safety First" culture and ensure "Good Housekeeping" practices are maintained across the workshop.
Emphasize a "right first time" approach to production, highlighting the importance of quality and on-time delivery.
Ensure that all processes are documented in line with quality assurance standards.
Motivate and encourage team members, providing clear objectives and identifying opportunities for skill development and further training
Act as a communication bridge between factory and engineering teams to ensure alignment and resolve issues promptly.
Actively assist in troubleshooting and ensure all work adheres to established quality standards and guidelines
Generate and share detailed reports on team performance, objectives, and deadlines to support the annual performance review process.
Address customer enquiries promptly, ensuring exceptional service and timely resolution of complaints
Your skills and experiences:
A degree or qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Proven experience in motor assembly or similar new manufacturing processes within a factory setting
A good understanding of rotating machinery and its operation
A strong commitment to producing high-quality products that meet customer specifications.
Demonstrated experience in leadership with a focus on team development. A willingness to participate in continuous coaching and mentorship is essential.
Benefits:
You will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
Life insurance (4x your salary)
Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays
Company-funded gym subsidy payments
Annual vision allowance
Free 24/7 remote GP service
Long service recognition awards
Additionally, you'll have access to a wide range of supplementary benefits, including:
Employee Assistance Programme
Extensive professional development through in-house training academy
Career-enhancing training events
Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform
The company offer a distinctive working experience within a business that values autonomy, empowering employees with the responsibility and ownership of their areas of expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also creates opportunities for significant career advancement.
