Production Supervisor £35,000 - £45,000 + 4 Day Working Week (Every Friday Off) + Progression to Production Management + Benefits + Pension Hixon, Staffordshire Are you a Manufacturing or Production Engineer from a Fabrication, sheet metal or similar Mechanical Manufacturing background, looking for a hands-on engineering role with a 4-day working week and progression towards Production Management? This is a newly created position where you'll take ownership of practical engineering problems across the shop floor. You'll design and modify jigs, fixtures, tooling and manufacturing aids, produce engineering drawings and work directly with production to turn engineering problems into practical, workable solutions. The company is an established UK subcontract manufacturer operating across CNC laser cutting and punching, press brake forming, welding and fabrication, machining, finishing and assembly. You'll join a high-mix manufacturing environment where you'll have the autonomy to implement engineering improvements and directly influence how products are manufactured. Benefits: 4-day working week, Monday to Thursday Every Friday off Clear progression towards Production Management Greater flexibility around start and finish times once established Broad technical responsibility and autonomy Direct exposure to Senior Management The Role: Engineer practical solutions to manufacturing and shop-floor problems from concept through to implementation Design, develop and modify jigs, fixtures, tooling and manufacturing aids Produce and modify CAD models and engineering/manufacturing drawings Work directly with operators to understand manufacturing problems and develop practical solutions Improve the manufacturability, repeatability, quality and efficiency of components and production processes Support trials and implementation of new tooling, fixtures and production methods Investigate recurring manufacturing issues and implement permanent engineering solutions Support machinery and equipment improvements and practical engineering projects Assist with machinery maintenance, servicing and external engineering support where required The Person:
Production Supervisor in Stafford employer: Roundhouse recruitment
Join the UK's leading Aquatic Engineering company as a Mechanical Design Engineer and enjoy a supportive work culture that values your technical expertise and innovative ideas. With hybrid working options, clear pathways for career progression, and the opportunity to work on specialist projects, this role offers a fulfilling environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally in the vibrant Manchester/Stockport area.
