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Production Supervisor

Next  •  Doncaster, GB (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

  • Pay: From £15.37 per hour, plus bonus and benefits.
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Hours: 40 per week
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday
    • Monday-Friday 05.30-14.00 / Monday - Friday 14:00-22:15 ( am only currently)
  • Location: Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3FQ

Where could a career at Next Furniture Manufacturing take you?

Next is a well-known UK retailer with a strong online presence. We're proud to design and manufacture stylish, comfortable sofas.

Since opening in 2016 with a single production line, we've grown to a team of 200 employees operating 14 production lines.

We're leading the way in modern British manufacturing from our base in Armthorpe, Doncaster.

Who We're Looking For

Reporting to the Assistant Site Manager, the Production Supervisor will play a ‘hands on’ role in the daily manufacturing management to ensure that we deliver exceptional quality and value to our customers within the expected timescales.

As a Production Supervisor, you will;

  • Supervise a team of up to 30 within the Upholstery production area via process improvements, resolving workflow issues, resource planning and best practice to ensure departmental targets are achieved.
  • Oversee the supply chain to ensure no disruption to production and service, whilst maximising any cost saving potential.
  • Work alongside Product and Operational teams to ensure products exceed industry standards, company policies and technical standards.
  • Develop and manage the team through training plans and developing talent.
  • Conduct daily floor walks, audits and follow the Health & Safety processes.
  • Undertake key decision making in relation to commercial decisions, supplier issues and introduction of new models.

Let’s take it on!

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of lean manufacturing practices from an Upholstery/ furniture making background.

You’ll have experience of running a Production line and be able to lead your team to deliver against manufacturing KPIs.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary.

Should you need support with your application, feel free to get in touch with us using the details below to discuss workplace adjustments.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background or ability.

If you require any workplace adjustments during the application process due to a disability or long-term condition, please contact us using the details below. We are here to support you. You can email us at; Recruitmenthelpdesk@next.co.uk or call 01977 327 900.

Please note Certain roles within our organisation are subject to DBS and credit checks You can find comprehensive information regarding spent and unspent convictions on the official government website: gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record


You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 44,000 people across the Next group. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 450 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 80 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

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About Next

At Next we never underestimate what we can do. Bring your energy, play to your strengths and never shy away from change. Push yourself and back others. Make things happen that will be bigger and better than before.

Come and work for one of the UK’s biggest retailers. It is everything you could imagine, and so much more. We’re constantly innovating, constantly working on something new and constantly creating more and more exciting new products, which means no day is the same, and no day is dull.

Whether you take up a role in making furniture with our lively warehouse team or join our team of superhuman developers and tech engineers, you’ll be rubbing shoulders with some of the most talented people in the country, who not only work hard but play hard too.

Let's take it on.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Leicester, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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