Shift Supervisor

Job Title: Shift Supervisor – Twilight Shift
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £46,000 per annum
Hours: Twilight Shift

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Shift Supervisor to lead our twilight shift team in Cardiff. This is a hands-on leadership role, providing support, supervision, and guidance to Team Leaders and operators to ensure production deadlines, quality standards, and health & safety compliance are met. You’ll be a key contributor to maintaining high performance, supporting a positive team culture, and ensuring excellent service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and supervise the shift team, ensuring adherence to company procedures and regulations
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment; ensure compliance with HSE standards
Support, motivate, and engage the team, building rapport and professionalism
Ensure production tasks are completed accurately, on time, and to required standards
Be the point of contact for the shift, addressing personnel issues and escalating where necessary
Oversee the safe operation and basic maintenance of production areas
Train and develop team members to maintain quality, compliance, and skills
Attend training, meetings, and participate in audits as required
Communicate effectively with other shifts to ensure smooth handovers
Support continuous improvement and implement 5S methodology to optimise workspaces
Individual Requirements & Experience:

Proven experience supervising teams in a manufacturing/production environment
Strong people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
Ability to interpret work orders, engineering, or technical plans accurately
Experience working with tools, equipment, and materials in a technical/chemical environment
Hands-on approach, able to support operators directly while managing the shift
Commitment to Health, Safety, and environmental standards
Previous experience in similar production environment is desirable but not essential
Skills & Knowledge:

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
Understanding of production processes, quality control, and technical standards
Commitment to growing specialist knowledge and developing the team
Why Join Us:
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a key shift, influence team performance, and contribute directly to operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

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