Position Details
Job Title: Control Panel Supervisor
Location: Telford
Salary: £37,500 - £39,000 DOE
Employment Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Monday – Thursday: 07:45 – 17:00
- Friday: 07:30 – 12:30
Annual Leave: 25 Days + Bank Holidays
Role Overview
An established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Control Panel Supervisor to lead a skilled team of electrical panel wirers and fitters within its Panel Shop operation.
Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the department, ensuring customer orders are completed safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong electrical knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to drive team performance within a fast-paced project-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Project Delivery
- Lead and coordinate daily activities within the Panel Shop to ensure projects are completed on time and to specification.
- Take ownership of projects from commencement through to successful completion.
- Plan and allocate resources effectively to meet weekly production schedules.
- Monitor progress against delivery targets and address any issues that may impact completion dates.
- Ensure all control panels are manufactured in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Coordinate facility development and improvement activities within the department.
Team Leadership & Development
- Provide hands-on leadership, support, and motivation to a team of electrical panel wirers and fitters.
- Communicate daily objectives and priorities clearly to the team.
- Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and skills training.
- Assist with performance management, attendance monitoring, and disciplinary processes where required.
- Promote a positive team culture focused on accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.
Quality & Technical Compliance
- Ensure all testing, inspection, and quality checks are completed before panels are released for system build.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and compliance with customer specifications.
- Read, interpret, and support the implementation of electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Provide technical guidance and support to the team when resolving build or wiring issues.
- Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for quality concerns.
Continuous Improvement
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Panel Shop.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety.
- Support the implementation of best practices and standardised working methods.
- Contribute to process improvement projects across the wider manufacturing function.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with company Health & Safety policies.
- Promote safe working practices and ensure PPE requirements are adhered to at all times.
- Support risk assessments and safe systems of work.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and professional working environment.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a supervisory role within manufacturing, electrical assembly, or a similar engineering environment.
- Strong electrical knowledge, particularly within control panels and automation systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
- Hands-on experience in electrical fitting, panel wiring, or electrical assembly.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Proven ability to lead teams and deliver projects to challenging deadlines.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Desirable
- Experience with inverter parameter loading and commissioning activities.
- Previous experience within a bespoke engineering, automation, or project-based manufacturing environment.
- Electrical qualification or apprenticeship.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
What's On Offer
- Salary: £37,500 - £39,000 DOE
- Early finish every Friday
- 40-hour working week
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Life Assurance Scheme (4x salary)
- Company tool allowance scheme
- Overtime opportunities available
- Ongoing training and development
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Long-term career progression opportunities
Additional Information
This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities associated with the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Employees may be required to undertake additional tasks as business needs evolve.
To apply either: Click apply on this job board.
Contact the team on 01952 739393.
Staffing Lab limited are working as an employment business (for temp) / Employment agency (perm) in relation to this vacancy.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £37,500.00-£39,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Telford, Shropshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Supervisory Role in an Engineering/Manufacturing Environment: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
