Manufacturing Supervisor

Location: Sudbury, DE6 5GX

Rate of Pay: £19.00 per hour

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday: 7:00am - 3:00pm

Sector: Manufacturing | Fabrication | Welding

Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career?

Blue Arrow is recruiting on behalf of a respected manufacturing company for an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee daily workshop and production operations within a busy fabrication environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and hands-on leader to take responsibility for production performance, quality standards, and team development while supporting continuous improvement across the business.

This role would suit an individual with a strong background in manufacturing, fabrication, or welding environments, combined with previous supervisory experience and a passion for leading high-performing teams.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £19.00
Monday to Friday working hours with an early finish every Friday
Performance-related bonus scheme based on KPI achievement
Potential company car or car allowance bonus based on performance and contribution
Opportunity to join a growing and supportive business
Long-term career development opportunities
Stable working schedule with a strong work-life balance

The Role

As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the workshop while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

Key Duties Include:

Supervising daily welding and fabrication activities
Leading, motivating, and developing production staff
Ensuring production targets and deadlines are achieved
Maintaining compliance with Health & Safety regulations
Ensuring adherence to RWC EN 1090 (1, 2 & 3) standards
Managing warehouse operations, including stock control and material movement
Monitoring quality standards and carrying out production checks
Completing operational reports and maintaining accurate records
Working closely with senior management to improve efficiency and processes
Providing technical support and guidance on welding-related matters
Assisting with training and onboarding of new team members

What We're Looking For

Previous experience as a Welding Supervisor, Production Supervisor, or similar leadership role
Strong understanding of welding techniques and fabrication processes
Working knowledge of EN 1090 (1, 2 & 3) standards
Experience within a manufacturing, fabrication, workshop, or warehouse environment
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and production systems
Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment

Why Join This Company?

This is an opportunity to join a successful and expanding manufacturing business where your experience and leadership will have a direct impact on operational success. You'll be given the autonomy to lead your team, improve processes, and contribute to the continued growth of the site while being rewarded through a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and genuine progression opportunities.