Production Supervisor, Consumables

Role Overview 

The Production Supervisor will oversee a team of 4 production workers, ensuring that manufacturing operations run smoothly and efficiently. This role is responsible for managing daily production activities, ensuring that the team meets production targets, maintaining quality standards, and fostering a safe and productive work environment. Additionally, the supervisor will be responsible for assessing production capacity, anticipating production schedules, and adjusting resources as needed to meet demand.

This is an onsite role based at our Botley site. 

Primary responsibilities for this role include: 

• Safety and Compliance:
  • Enforce health and safety policies to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Conduct regular safety training sessions and ensure all team members comply with safety regulations.
  • Report and investigate any accidents or incidents and implement corrective actions.
  • Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions to ensure a safe working environment.
• Quality Assurance
  • Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications.
  • Implement and monitor quality control procedures to minimize defects and waste.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits of production processes.
• Production Planning and Coordination
  • Ensure production schedules are met by coordinating resources and managing workflow.
  • Monitor production processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance with company standards.
  • Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Quality Control) to resolve production issues.
  • Optimize the use of materials, equipment, and labor to maximize productivity.
• Production Capacity Management
  • Assess production capacity and ensure that resources are adequately allocated to meet production demands.
  • Anticipate production needs based on forecasts and adjust schedules and resources accordingly.
  • Plan and implement strategies to manage peak production periods and minimize bottlenecks.
  • Work closely with the Consumables Director to review capacity utilization and make recommendations for improvements.
• Team Management:
  • Lead, supervise, and motivate a team of 4 production workers.
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members according to production schedules.
  • Monitor team performance and provide coaching, training, and development opportunities.
  • Address any employee issues, concerns, or conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
  • Foster a positive work environment and culture of continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance production efficiency.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of best practices.
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production.
  • Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Reporting and Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate production records, including daily output, material usage, and employee attendance.
  • Prepare and submit reports on production activities, including any issues or delays.
  • Assist in budget preparation and cost control activities.
• Production Schedule Anticipation:
  • Anticipate and proactively manage any potential disruptions to the production schedule
  • Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure the availability of materials and components.
  • Adjust staffing levels and production shifts to accommodate changes in production demand.
  • Ability to analyze production data and make informed decisions about capacity and scheduling.
  • Proactively communicate with stakeholders regarding potential delays or changes to the production schedule.

We are ideally looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree or certification in manufacturing, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• 1-2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in production management software, ERP systems, and data analysis tool and excel

We know there is no such thing as the perfect candidate and that there is great value in transferrable skills, so please don’t feel you have to tick all of the above boxes to apply!

Why work for Refeyn?

Compensation and core benefits

• We anticipate a salary between £33,000 and £43,000 for this role, depending on the candidate’s experience.
• 25 days annual leave per year in addition to bank holidays
• Up to 7% employer matched pension contribution
• Private health insurance from day one plus critical illness cover, income protection and life insurance
• Give as You Earn and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes.

Family Friendly Benefits

Refeyn offers the Enjoy Benefits Nursery Scheme to employees after 3 months, and new parents can benefit from up to 17 weeks fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave, plus an annual allowance for emergency childcare.

Supporting your Development

All employees receive access to Linkedin Learning which offers thousands of courses to support their personal and professional development. We also run frequent training sessions on both hard and soft skills.

Creating an Engaging Culture

Refeyn supports hybrid working where the role allows and offers flexible start and finish times. We also have a subsidised weekly lunch for onsite employees and a vibrant social calendar which includes holiday parties and midsummer festivals plus an annual team budget for managers to plan team-building activities.

Values-Led 

Refeyn is committed to celebrating each other’s differences and creating a dynamic, driven and diverse culture where everyone can flourish. We are proud to have been awarded Committed Status by the Inclusive Employers Standard in 2024 and are working hard to create a safe and empowering environment for all.

We firmly believe that there is great strength in building teams with different voices, experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds so that we can continue to share the team workload and enable our customers to succeed, and we welcome applicants from all sections of society to join us on our mission to transform analytical workflows using the power of light.