Ingersoll Rand
Production Supervisor

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Production Supervisor – Redditch Factory
Location
Redditch, UK
About Gardner Denver
Gardner Denver is a leading provider of mission-critical flow control and compression equipment, including compressors, vacuum systems, and blowers. Our solutions support industries such as energy, industrial manufacturing, and medical technology, drawing on 160+ years of engineering expertise.
We offer a broad product range, application expertise, and strong aftermarket support to deliver customised solutions for global customers.
Job Summary
Gardner Denver is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to oversee a team of skilled operatives in our Redditch factory, manufacturing large air compressors.
This role involves:
- Leading daily production activities
- Ensuring quality, efficiency, and output targets are met
- Driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes
Key Responsibilities
- Production Planning & Coordination
- Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet output and quality targets
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Performance & KPI Management
- Monitor and improve KPIs, including efficiency, scrap rates, and downtime
- Identify gaps in team skill levels using a skills matrix, organising training as required
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Problem-Solving & Continuous Improvement
- Lead initiatives to address production challenges and drive operational enhancements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (ManEng, EHS, Quality, HR) to implement improvements
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People & Team Leadership
- Manage staffing, shift cover, and absences, including return-to-work and absence reviews
- Liaise with HR for disciplinary investigations and conduct performance reviews
- Support the development of junior team leaders
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Compliance & Policy Enforcement
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations
Basic Qualifications
- Proven experience in a supervisory role within manufacturing (preferably in mechanical assembly/compression)
- Strong understanding of production processes and quality control standards
- Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills
- IT proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems


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Travel & Work Arrangements
- Fully site-based at our Redditch factory
Key Competencies
✅ Leadership & Team Management ✅ Production Planning ✅ Quality Focus ✅ Problem-Solving & Process Improvement
What We Offer
We provide a competitive benefits package, including:
🔹 7% Employer-Sponsored Pension Scheme 🔹 Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan Cover 🔹 Death in Service Benefit (4x salary) 🔹 Cycle Scheme (available after probation period) 🔹 Electric Car Scheme (after 1 year of employment) 🔹 £10,000 staff share scheme (after 1 year) 🔹 Costco Gold Company Membership (purchase discounts) 🔹 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 🔹 Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies
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