Factory Supervisor

About Us: We are a reliable and flexible corrugated packaging partner, established in 1999. The company provides cost-effective, high-quality packaging solutions for businesses of all sizes, supported by experienced sales, design and production teams, modern equipment, and the ability to fulfil orders from small quantities through to large-scale production. Factory Supervisor Job Overview: The Factory Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of our manufacturing plant, ensuring that production schedules are met, and quality standards are maintained. Monitor production processes and implement cost-effective strategies. Maintaining a safe working environment, managing staff, and continuously improving production efficiency. This position is crucial for the smooth operation and profitability of the plant. Factory Supervisor Specific Responsibilities & Accountabilities: * Oversee daily factory operations and production processes. * Ensure adherence to quality standards and safety regulations. * Coordinate with different departments to streamline production. * Manage factory staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations. * Implement cost-effective production strategies. * Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of equipment. * Develop and enforce factory policies and procedures. * Resolve and issues or conflicts that arise within the factory. * Maintain accurate production records and reports. * Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials. * Implement and monitor continuous improvement initiatives. * Ensure compliance with environmental and health regulations. * Provide leadership and direction to improve overall factory performance. * Undertake development of both shift leaders. Factory Supervisor Personal Profile: * Proven experience in a busy manufacturing factory environment, with strong knowledge of daily production, workflow, machinery, materials, and shop-floor priorities. * Demonstrable experience supervising factory teams to meet production schedules while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards. * Confident monitoring production processes, resolving issues quickly, reducing downtime, and keeping operations running smoothly. * Strong understanding of factory health and safety, housekeeping, equipment care, inspections, and compliance with company procedures. * Experienced in training, motivating, and managing production staff to improve performance, teamwork, and accountability. * Quality-focused, with experience maintaining accurate records, checking product standards, and supporting continuous improvement across factory operations. What we offer: * Competitive package. * Flexible working hours (rather than 24-hour shift work). * A friendly, family-orientated working atmosphere. * The opportunity to grow this role. * To join an ambitious, growing business. * The opportunity to make a difference, as part of an SME (Small Medium Enterprise) team, and see the rewards of your efforts. * Personal development and training (as and when appropriate)