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Senior Supervisor

Sunderland, England , United Kingdom

Engineering jobs >> Engineering

Negotiable

Permanent

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Job Title: Senior Supervisor
Location: Sunderland
Hours: Two-shift pattern (06:45 to 15:03 and 15:00 to 23:18).
Salary: Up to £66,000 DOE
Benefits:
* 26 days annual holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (including summer and Christmas shutdowns)
* Free on-site electric vehicle charging
* Car lease scheme
* Pension (GPP) – 4.5% employer / 4.5% employee
* Life assurance (4x pensionable pay after 1 year of service for GPP members)
* Private healthcare
* On-site occupational health support
* Company sick pay
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Profit share scheme
* Sports and social club
* Long service awards
* Monthly prize draw
* On-site canteen
The Company:
Our client is a leading global automotive manufacturer, part of a world-renowned network producing high-quality pressed steel components for major car makers. The Sunderland site is a flagship production facility equipped with advanced robotic press technology, operating to the highest standards of efficiency, safety, and quality.
With a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence, the company drives innovation in metal forming and assembly.
Job Description:
You will lead, coach, and develop Supervisors and Operators to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality press operations. This position demands a strong leader capable of balancing production performance with continuous improvement, cost efficiency, and people development.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead strategic deployment of QCDMS (Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale, Safety) to achieve UPS targets.
Drive improvement initiatives aligned with departmental and midterm strategic plans.
Oversee daily production planning to meet cost, capacity, and customer demand.
Optimise machine performance and shift discipline through press availability and SPM (Strokes Per Minute) control.
Manage people performance through structured coaching, appraisals, and succession planning.
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental policies.
Support HR processes, including absence, recruitment, and employee relations.
Champion a culture of ownership, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving at shop floor level.
Skills & Experience:
Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.
Team leadership experience
Experience in Automotive manufacturing or press shop is very desirable.
Experience of strategic change and making a long-term impact to production within manufacturing.
Why Join the Company?
This is an exceptional opportunity to step into a senior operational leadership role within a globally respected automotive manufacturer. You’ll be joining a business that values safety, precision, and innovation — and invests heavily in its people.
With clear progression pathways, a supportive leadership culture, and access to cutting-edge manufacturing technology, this is the perfect role for an experienced leader seeking to make a measurable impact in a world-class production environment

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: October 14, 2025
Job id:. CV-179275
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
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