SUPERVAC is a new force in vacuum tanker manufacturing, bringing together decades of engineering expertise, manufacturing excellence and industry knowledge under one powerful brand. Operating from strategically located facilities in the North and Midlands, we offer customers access to extensive engineering expertise, increased manufacturing capacity and nationwide support.
Resulting from continuing growth within the business, we are looking for a passionate and experienced Production Manager to join and oversee our expanding team at our Rugby site.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day production/manufacturing of specialist liquid waste vacuum tankers and jetting equipment.
The role will include managing shop-floor operations, assembly teams, welding quality, health and safety compliance, and production targets.
Role Specification
· Planning and maintaining the production schedule
· Managing production resources, including equipment and facilities
· Monitoring productivity rates and product standards and implementing quality control programmes
· Ensuring customer orders are completed on time and to budget and that quality standards and targets are met
· Monitoring welder prolongation requirements and coordinating sign-off
· Monitoring welder qualification register & coordinating renewal as required
· Liaising across local and group teams to ensure a smooth and efficient production process, making sure everyone is aware of any process changes and improvements
· Identifying opportunities to improve processes to increase productivity, and reduce costs
· Responsible for recruitment of factory personnel alongside Group HR Manager
· Conducting performance reviews for factory personnel
· Identifying & maintaining factory personnel training requirements
· Working with the Group HSEQ Manager to implement and maintain H&S and environmental safety requirements, ensuring they are always followed and any concerns are addressed immediately.
· Setting and enforcing quality standards
· Responsible for the maintenance & inspections of equipment, and organise the repair of any damaged equipment
· Providing reports and regular updates to Senior Executive Team.
Candidate Specification
Experience:
Proven management background within a manufacturing environment, ideally within specialised commercial vehicles, heavy engineering, or fabrication.
Technical:
Strong understanding of metal fabrication, welding standards (mild and stainless steel), and assembly procedures.
Skills:
Effective leadership, solid organisational skills, strong cross-functional communication, computer literacy, and data-driven problem-solving abilities.
Communication:
Clear coordination between procurement, maintenance, sales, and senior company executives.
Essential information
· £54,000 - £57,000 per annum (dependent upon experience)
· Hours of work – Monday to Friday (08:00 – 16:30) – 40 hours per week
Benefits
· Generous annual leave allowance
· Life Assurance – 3x annual salary
Pay: £54,000.00-£57,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 3 years (required)
- Metal fabrication: 2 years (preferred)
- Project scheduling: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
