Manufacturing Supervisor

Our client, a well-established manufacturing business based in Norwich, is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to join their team. This is a hands-on supervisory role responsible for leading a team involved in both electrical and mechanical machine assembly operations. The successful candidate will ensure that production output meets safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high team performance. The role oversees day-to-day shop-floor activities, coordinates workflow, supports technical problem-solving, and ensures adherence to assembly standards, engineering specifications, and operational procedures. Key Performance Indicators Manufacturing Efficiency KPIs (set-up, run, waste, costs etc.) On-time to Plan – manufacture complete and picked for shipment Inventory Accuracy ERP Transactional Accuracy Quality Complaints Safety Incident Rate Quantity of near miss reports Key Accountabilities Production & Quality Ensure quality and on-time manufacture of machine products Oversee the assembly of machinery, sub-assemblies, and electro-mechanical units to engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and build specifications Monitor workflow and production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to schedule Enforce quality standards and ensure first-time-right output Conduct in-process inspections and support root-cause analysis for defects or rework issues Maintain compliance with ISO, safety, and regulatory requirements Support implementation of engineering changes and ensure documentation is updated and followed Team Leadership Direct and motivate the manufacturing team Conduct daily briefings, allocate work, and ensure appropriate resource coverage across shifts Support training and upskilling of assemblers, including competency assessments and cross-training Drive a positive, safe, and inclusive team culture focused on accountability and high performance Continuous Improvement Identify and implement improvements using Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, standard work, and waste reduction Analyse production data to uncover trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for efficiency gains Champion continuous improvement behaviours and empower the team to contribute ideas Ensure metrics and targets are clear using Visual Management across the department Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure all EHS standards and policies are adhered to and that a strong safety culture is actively promoted Ensure all BRCGS standards and policies are adhered to and that quality culture is actively promoted Promote and enforce safe working practices Ensure risk assessments, method statements, and equipment checks are up to date Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions where required Cross-Functional Collaboration Coordinate with Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality to resolve constraints and ensure smooth operations Ensure compliance with manufacturing processes, standard work, and assembly documentation About you Essential: Experience supervising teams in a manufacturing environment, ideally in machine or electro-mechanical assembly Strong understanding of engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and mechanical/electrical assembly practices Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop production teams Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to react quickly to changing priorities Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable: Formal technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production reporting Background in low-volume, high-complexity machinery builds or precision assemblies Skills Strong supervision and communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Strong time management Ability to systematically work through problems to find the right solution If you're a Manufacturing Supervisor with machine or electro-mechanical assembly experience looking for your next role, then don't miss out. Reach out to Pete at Select Recruitment for more information, or apply today