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Supervisor
Position: Supervisor
Location: Midlands (Field Based – must be able to travel)
Company: auto-scan
Pay Rate: £13.10 per hour (PAYE) Start Date: Immediate
About Us
auto-scan is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.
The Role
We are recruiting an experienced supervisor for an exciting field-based opportunity in the Midlands, supporting operations across multiple sites when required. The successful candidate will:
- Ensure business operations align with customer expectations and company objectives
- Act as the first point of contact for customer requests
- Oversee team performance to deliver industry-leading service standards
- Maintain strong customer relations and communications
The supervisor will be responsible for the SQDCM framework:
Safety
- Perform Risk Assessments and escalate health concerns
- Monitor Manual Handling adherence
- Ensure COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) awareness and control measures
- Conduct Workplace Health and Safety Inspection Checks
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Quality
- Create and version-control well-defined Work Element Sheets (Work Instructions)
- Train and inspect Deputy Supervisors & Inspectors using boundary samples and defined work instructions
- Conduct Standardised Work Confirmations
- Implement Autoscan’s Practical Problem-Solving Process (8D) as required
Delivery
- Initiate new jobs (including containment and engineering) via our internal EOS system
- Serve as the primary contact for Quality Technicians and Engineers, coordinating reporting methods/frequency
- Ensure all contaminant activity/jobs meet customer volume targets
Cost
- Manage Direct Hour Distribution Confirmations via internal reporting systems
- Optimise containment activities for efficiency
- Oversee non-chargeable hours on assigned sites
Morale
- Coach and mentor direct reports by leading through example
- Manage attendance and timekeeping via internal reporting systems
- "GO LOOK SEE" initiative: Walk-site inspections across all shifts
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Requirements
- Proven experience in automotive manufacturing or a comparable environment
- Full UK driver’s licence
- Willingness to travel to customer sites
- Proficiency in Excel
- Previous supervisory experience
Additional Notes
- Valid right to work in the UK without restrictions required
- Candidates must pass a standard criminal record check (DBS)
- No visa sponsorship available
- No speculative CVs from agencies considered (applications from candidates only)
Benefits
✅ Overtime pay available during busy periods ✅ Free onsite car parking ✅ Family-friendly working hours ✅ Training & development opportunities
Equality & Opportunity
auto-scan is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. Applications from the Armed Forces community are also warmly welcomed.
For further details: 📌 LinkedIn 🌐 Auto-scan Careers Page 📧 Recruitment inquiries: a.munro@autoscan.co.uk
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