Production Supervisor

Brightwork is delighted to be working with a family-run timber business with over 180 years of experience & 25 sites across the UK. Our clients were pioneers in bringing strength-graded British structural timber to the UK construction industry, and with a significant expansion plan, we are supporting them in finding the talent that will take them into the next phase of major development and beyond, driving greener strategic objectives.Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements. A competitive salary and fantastic benefits package are available for the perfect candidate. Standard hours are 07:00 to 16:30 with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break, Monday to Friday, although flexibility at a management level is expected.As a Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for a dedicated area within the site, ensuring that production output runs efficiently and effectively. Knowledge of machinery or an interest in mechanics would be advantageous. The role involves a degree of manual handling, lifting, bending and twisting. You will be the first contact for a team of Production Operators. xjdpvnf Key tasks and responsibilities: Ensuring the team is working effectively and efficientlyEnsuring good housekeeping of the work areaOperating sawmilling machineryMaking sure that all Health, Safety and Quality standards and instructions are understood and being followedOperation of Mobile Plant Vehicles Ability to resolve low-level issues confidently Skills and Experience: Excellent communication skillsAble to steer a team to achieve production goals and meet required standardsHave worked in a supervisory capacity previouslyHave a flexible approach to workHave experience working in a manufacturing/construction environmentBrightwork offers the services of a recruitment agency for permanent roles and a recruitment business for temporary roles.

Created: 2026-03-17