Meridian Business Support
Manufacturing Operations / Supervisor
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Manufacturing Operations / Supervisor
Meridian Business Support is recruiting on behalf of a very well-established SME manufacturing client based in Somerset. With more than 30 years of success in UK and international markets, this company has built an enviable reputation for quality, reliability, and outstanding customer service. Their strong portfolio of long-standing customer relationships provides a stable platform for continued growth and investment.
Employees benefit from a supportive, well-organized working environment where people are treated with respect and recognized for their contribution. Known for excellent staff retention and a positive team culture, this is a business where people enjoy working and are proud to build long-term careers.
The Role
You will be working with a range of industrial equipment producing high-quality stainless steel tubular, wire, and steel components to customer specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Setting and operating production machinery including auto-saws, guillotines, brake presses, and tube bending equipment
- Ensuring products are manufactured accurately, efficiently, and to agreed production targets
- Supervising and overseeing work carried out by colleagues using equipment you have prepared and set up
- Carrying out routine tool and equipment maintenance in line with company procedures
- Supporting wider manufacturing activities including wire work, assembly operations, and press work as workload requires
- Maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and housekeeping throughout the production environment
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Skills and Experience
- Previous experience setting and operating machinery within a manufacturing, fabrication, or engineering environment
- Supervisory experience or the ability to oversee and guide colleagues on production processes is a distinct advantage
- Good mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail
- Experience with NC-controlled equipment would be advantageous, although programming experience is not essential
- A background in engineering would be highly beneficial
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new processes and equipment
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Benefits, Culture, and Company Information
Our client is a well-established manufacturer with a reputation for producing quality-engineered metal components for a wide range of applications.
Benefits Include:
- Salary in the region of £30-35k, with overtime available during busy periods
- 30 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- Training and development for candidates with the right aptitude
- Purpose-built facility that has benefitted from significant investment
- Onsite parking, with easy access to the site
- Welcoming, supportive, collegiate, and positive working environment
This opportunity would suit candidates currently working as a Production Setter, Manufacturing Technician, CNC Operator, Press Brake Operator, Production Engineer, Fabrication Operative, or Engineering Operative looking to develop their career within a stable manufacturing environment.
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