Anglian Home Improvements
Manufacturing Supervisor - Nights
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We are currently looking for an experienced Team Supervisor to join our night shift Manufacturing team.
This is a key leadership role responsible for driving performance across designated production cells, ensuring we consistently deliver against our Safety, People, Quality, Volume and Cost (SPQVC) objectives.
Reporting to the Value Stream Manager, with a secondary reporting line to the Head of Production, you will play a critical role in embedding Lean manufacturing principles, engaging and developing teams, and supporting the delivery of factory targets.
The Role
As a Team Supervisor, you will provide strong, visible leadership across your production area, guiding Cell Leaders, Setters and Operators to achieve operational excellence. You will champion a proactive safety culture, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency are maintained.
You will lead by example, creating an engaged and motivated workforce while supporting the wider manufacturing strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Safety
- Lead and promote a proactive safety culture with zero tolerance for non-compliance
- Carry out regular safety walks and ensure risk assessments are reviewed and updated
- Investigate incidents and near misses promptly and thoroughly
- Drive correct PPE usage and safe working standards at all times
People
- Lead and manage a team of circa 30 direct reports
- Drive high levels of attendance, engagement, and performance
- Manage absence, holidays, and performance in line with HR policies
- Ensure all team members are fully inducted, trained, and supported
- Coach, develop, and mentor team members, identifying opportunities for growth
- Deliver statutory, mandatory, and role-specific training
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Quality
- Embed a ‘Built in Quality' culture across all production cells
- Reduce quality losses through root-cause problem solving (e.g. 5 Whys)
- Maintain and improve SOPs and standard work
- Participate in and drive weekly quality reviews
Volume
- Ensure production targets are clearly communicated and understood
- Drive OEE improvement and capacity utilisation
- Ensure accurate and timely shift reporting
- Champion Lean initiatives to maximise output and yield
Cost
- Drive waste reduction and cost improvement using Lean methodologies
- Manage overtime and worked hours within agreed CPU targets
- Identify and deliver margin improvement opportunities
What We're Looking For
Essential
- Proven leadership experience (5+ years) within a manufacturing environment
- Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and OEE
- IOSH General Certificate
- Leadership qualification (Level 3 or equivalent)
- GCSE English (Grade C or above)
- Strong people management, coaching, and communication skills
- A results-driven, ethical leader who remains calm under pressure
Desirable
- Leadership qualification Level 4 or above
- IOSH for Managers
- Practical experience delivering improvement projects
- Advanced IT skills and report writing ability
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Salary
- 31 days holiday (increasing with service within 2 years), plus an additional paid day for your birthday with the option to buy more holiday via salary sacrifice
- Pension – with up to 4 x salary & income protection, with the option to potentially save on tax and National Insurance via our salary sacrifice arrangement
- Comprehensive health & well-being benefits including access to in-house occupational health & well-being resources, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance programme, & mental health resources
- Heavily discounted group discount scheme on all products
- Salary sacrifice benefits – enjoy perks such as pension, cycle to work, electric car purchase, and additional annual leave, while potentially reducing your tax and NI contributions
- Career development and continuous learning opportunities
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Important Information About Right to Work
We're delighted that you're considering joining our team. For this role, applications will only be accepted from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, or who can independently secure this right. This position does not meet the Home Office requirements for employer visa sponsorship.
If you're unsure about your eligibility, you can find helpful information on the UK government website Visas and immigration - GOV.UK.
Thank you for your understanding.
Our Company
Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company's value of Succeed Together we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the best person for the job regardless of any protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 creating an inclusive working environment and culture for our employees.
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