Supervisor - Manufacturing - Foston - East Midlands, Derbyshire, Blue Arrow

Manufacturing Supervisor

Sudbury, DE6 5GX

£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 lead in a thriving manufacturing environment?

Blue Arrow is recruiting on behalf of a successful and expanding manufacturing business based in Sudbury. We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee workshop operations, support production processes, and help maintain high standards across fabrication and welding activities.

This opportunity is ideal for a motivated individual with a background in manufacturing, fabrication, or welding who enjoys leading teams, solving problems, and driving operational excellence.

What you'll receive

£19.00 per hour
Monday to Friday working pattern
Early finish every Friday
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Company vehicle or car allowance may be available
Career progression within a growing organisation
Supportive and team-focused workplace culture

The role

As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you'll be responsible for coordinating daily workshop operations and ensuring production targets are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. Working closely with management and production teams, you'll help optimise workflows while supporting continuous improvement across the facility.

Key responsibilities include:

Supervising fabrication, welding, and manufacturing activities
Leading and mentoring workshop operatives
Coordinating workloads and production schedules
Monitoring product quality and workmanship standards
Carrying out regular workshop inspections
Managing stock levels and material availability
Promoting and enforcing health and safety compliance
Maintaining accurate production documentation
Supporting efficiency and process improvement initiatives
Providing technical support on fabrication and welding projects
Assisting with staff training and skills development

About you

To succeed in this role, you should have:

Previous supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of fabrication and welding processes
Understanding of EN1090 quality standards
Experience working within production or workshop operations
Good IT skills, including use of Microsoft Excel
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
A proactive, hands-on management style
The ability to motivate teams and drive performance

Why join this company?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable and forward-thinking manufacturer where your skills and experience will have a direct impact on business success. You'll be trusted to manage day-to-day workshop activities, contribute to operational improvements, and play a key role in developing a high-performing production team.

If you're an experienced manufacturing professional looking for a supervisory role that combines leadership, technical expertise, and hands-on involvement, we'd love to hear from you.