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Automotive Manufacturing Supervisor
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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 auto-scan
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 currently looking to recruit an experienced supervisor for an exciting opportunity based in the Midlands area. As a field-based supervisor supporting our operations across multiple sites, the successful candidate will:
- Ensure business operations run effectively according to customer expectations and support company objectives
- Serve as the first point of contact for customer requests
- Manage the performance of direct reporting teams to deliver industry-leading service levels while maintaining excellent customer relations and communication
Key Responsibilities (SQDCM Measures):
- Safety
- Perform risk assessments, escalate concerns
- Monitor manual handling
- Ensure COSHH awareness and control measures adhere to standards
- Conduct workplace health and safety inspection checks
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Quality
- Create and manage well-defined work element sheets (Work Instructions)
- Train deputy supervisors and inspectors using boundary samples and defined work instructions
- Conduct Standardised Work Confirmations
- Complete the AutoScan Practical Problem-Solving process (8D) when required
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Delivery
- Initiate new jobs (Containment & Engineering) via internal work instruction authoring & data reporting system (EOS)
- Serve as the single point of contact for quality technicians & engineers to agree reporting method and frequency
- Ensure all contaminant activity/jobs meet customer objectives in terms of volume targets
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Cost
- Manage direct hour distribution confirmation via internal reporting system
- Monitor and adjust containment activities to maintain efficiency
- Safeguard non-chargeable hours for your site
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Morale
- Coach and mentor your direct reporting team, setting the standard
- Manage attendance and timekeeping via internal reporting system
- Conduct “GO LOOK SEE” inspections and walk areas regularly
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Requirements
- Valid right to work in the UK (unrestricted)
- Must undergo a standard criminal record check (DBS)
- Previous experience in an automotive manufacturing environment or similar
- Full UK driving licence
- Must demonstrate the ability to travel to different customer sites
- Computer literate with strong Excel knowledge/experience
- Proven experience within a supervisory role
Benefits
- Free onsite car parking
- Family-friendly working hours
- Excellent training & development opportunities
- Overtime available during peak times
Diversity and Compliance
auto-scan is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to an inclusive environment. This opportunity is particularly open to candidates from the Armed Forces community.
Additional Information
For more details, please visit www.autoscan.co.uk/jobs.aspx or contact our Recruitment team at: a.munro@autoscan.co.uk
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