Production Supervisor

H W Martin; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the trailer industry is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor in Market Harborough. You will oversee the production team, ensuring efficiency and quality standards are met. The role requires strong knowledge of MIG/TIG welding, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to health and safety. This is a permanent position offering opportunities for growth and development within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Strong knowledge of MIG/TIG welding and ability to read technical drawings.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the production team to achieve goals.
• Manage workflow, labour allocation, and production targets.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and standards.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
• Compile production reports and updates for management.

Skills

MIG/TIG welding

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Continuous improvement

Job description

Location: Market Harborough (King Group)

Contract: Permanent

Pay: Competitive with benefits

Join an industry leader in trailer manufacturing and help drive operational excellence.

King Group is seeking a proactive and experienced Production Supervisor to join our team at King Trailers in Market Harborough. Reporting to the Production Manager, you’ll play a key role in leading the shop floor team, ensuring production output, quality, and safety targets are consistently achieved.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands‑on supervisory role and is passionate about continuous improvement, teamwork, and delivering high standards of workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate, and develop the production team to achieve departmental goals.

Manage workflow, labour allocation, and daily production targets.

Ensure all work meets required quality, safety, and compliance standards.

Interpret technical drawings and support weld quality coordination.

Drive Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Monitor hours worked, taking proactive steps to prevent overruns and non‑productive time.

Liaise with quality and engineering teams to minimise rework and champion a right‑first‑time approach.

Promote a strong health and safety culture, ensuring compliance and encouraging best practice.

Compile production reports and provide regular performance updates to management.

Oversee the maintenance and safe operation of all production equipment.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Manufacturing Supervisor or Team Leader.

Strong knowledge of MIG/TIG welding and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.

A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Experience within the trailer manufacturing industry.

Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and quality standards.

Why Join King Group?

At King Group, we value our people. You’ll be part of a supportive and dedicated team that takes pride in delivering high‑quality products to our customers. We offer a permanent role with genuine opportunities to grow and make an impact in a business that continues to innovate and expand.