Manufacturing Supervisor

Production Team Leader – High Volume Manufacturing

Location: Coventry
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Continental Shift Pattern)

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead from the front within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation as a Production Team Leader, where you will oversee a team of approximately 20 production operators working across machine operation, press work, and assembly processes. Producing life-saving products, this role offers the chance to combine strong leadership with operational excellence in a purpose-driven environment.

With a competitive benefits package including discretionary bonuses, a holiday purchase scheme, and a healthcare plan, this position provides a strong platform for career progression and professional development.

What You Will Do

• Supervise, lead, and motivate a team of 20 production operators across a 4 on / 4 off continental shift pattern
• Drive performance within a high-volume manufacturing environment, ensuring output targets are consistently achieved
• Oversee day-to-day operations across machine operation, press processes, and assembly lines
• Ensure all production activities meet strict quality and compliance standards
• Monitor KPIs including productivity, efficiency, scrap, and downtime
• Implement and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance
• Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring full adherence to health & safety procedures
• Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and development to build a high-performing and engaged team

What You Will Bring

• Proven experience in a Production Team Leader / Supervisor role within manufacturing
• Strong background in high-volume production environments
• Experience working with or overseeing machinery, press operations, and/or assembly processes
• Ability to effectively manage and develop large teams in a fast-paced setting
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, results-driven approach to leadership
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency

Why Apply?

This role is key to ensuring the smooth running of a complex manufacturing operation delivering critical, high-quality products. You’ll play a vital role in driving team performance, improving processes, and maintaining operational excellence.

If you’re looking for a role where you can lead a sizeable team, operate in a structured high-volume environment, and make a tangible impact, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.

Location

Based in Coventry, this site offers good transport links and easy access from surrounding areas.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

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