Assembly Supervisor

  • Shorterm Group
  • Basildon, Essex
  • Apr 08, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Title:
Assembly Supervisor

Job Location:
Basildon

Salary:
50,000

Hours per week: 39
6:45 - 15:45 (Mon - Thurs)
6:45 - 11:45 (Fri)

Benefits:
Free Onsite Gym
Subsidised Canteen
Workwear Provided
Pension Match up to 9%
25.5 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Strong Progression (Supported by Line Manager, encouraged to broaden skill set)

Duration:
Permanent

Client Summary:
A major manufacturer of Agricultural Vehicles and Machinery.

Role Summary:
Sole responsibility for the day-to-day management of the assembly production area. Ensuring punctual delivery of tractors by driving incoming material flow as per the schedule. Organising and ensuring the efficient operation of the assembly line in terms of Safety, Quality, Labour Performance, Delivery & cost.

Key Responsibilities:
Delivering offline units and OKTS in line with commercial requirements and PO.
Prevent and reduce assembly line stoppage.
Ensure workstation readiness based on line and new product launch requirements.
Ensure performance of assembly line is tracked and monitored.
Ensure Manufacturing Index is in line with forecasts.
Ensure scrap is in line with budgets and ensure action plans are implemented to resolve and stop re-occurrence.
Ensuring sufficient and cost effective labour requirements.
Ensure MERF-XPDI and MERF-1MIS targets are in line with GPP scorecard.
Liaise with relevant departments to ensure OKTS targets are met according to the required quality and safety standards.
Managing and reducing production costs and expenses
Continuously improving the assembly process and maintaining the work standards
Ensuring that quality checks and procedures are adhered to in line with established methods and frequencies
Implementing quality improvements, striving for First Time Quality and zero defects off line
Full Responsibility for ensuring the following have been carried out in line with company policies and procedures: team meetings/briefings, grievances, staff development
All technical / Material quality issues affecting team performance should be analysed and resolved
Ensuring World Class Housekeeping - House keeping to be carried out to 5S (Process to keep a clean environment) standard
Resolving and preventing health and safety issues
Managing incoming material flow
Reviewing and developing quality evaluation procedures, liaising with Engineering and internal/external suppliers as appropriate and initiating corrective actions
Determines standardised work as the basis for continuous improvements

Requirements:
Engineering or relevant degree
Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
Management and/or supervisory experience of a minimum of 3 years
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Calm and composed under pressure.
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality.
Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to coach, develop, and motivate team members.
Collaborative team player with the ability to lead by example.
Commitment to integrity and open, honest communication.