Plating Supervisor

Our client in Wallsend is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nightshift Plating Supervisor.

This individual will oversee the assembly and production of Transition Pieces (TPs) on the shop floor. The role demands strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

As the Plating Supervisor, you will lead a small team of Platers and Riggers, ensuring the efficient and high-quality assembly of components. This role involves supervision, production planning, quality control, safety compliance, technical expertise, inventory management, continuous improvement, and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision: Lead and manage a team, providing guidance, training, and support for increased productivity and quality.
Production Planning: Collaborate with the production manager to develop production schedules and ensure timely project completion
Quality Control: Implement and enforce quality control procedures to maintain high product standards and meet customer expectations
Safety Compliance: Ensure a safe work environment by following safety guidelines and regulations, conducting safety audits, and addressing safety concerns
Technical Expertise: Understand and oversee complex assembly processes, provide technical support, and troubleshoot assembly issues
Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure availability of required components for assembly
Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste
Reporting: Generate reports on assembly progress, quality metrics, and team performance for management
Team Development: Foster a culture of teamwork, professional growth, and a commitment to excellence among assembly technicians.

Working on-site in Wallsend, the schedule is Monday-Thursday (23:00-08:00) and Friday (22:30-07:00). Nightshift

Hourly Rate:

£31.88 per hour - For all hours worked and approved.

The ideal candidate will have:

- Relevant technical certification
- CCNSG Safety Passport (preferred)
- Proven experience in vertical assembly or similar manufacturing roles
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience in a production environment
- Demonstrable technical knowledge and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Familiarity with safety and quality standards
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in using assembly tools and equipment
- Knowledge of inventory management principles.


If you are a results-driven individual with a passion for leading teams and ensuring high-quality production, apply now or give us a call on 01609 777 777 today!