Sheet Metal Production & Operations Supervisor
| Company: | Workforce Recruitment and Training |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £16.50 to £18 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | CV7 9AA |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Sheet Metal Production & Operations Supervisor
Location: Exhall, Coventry
Pay: £16.50+ per hour, depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00am–5:00pm | Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm
Overtime: Occasional overtime may be required.
The Opportunity
We are working with an established manufacturing and fabrication business in Exhall, Coventry, looking to recruit a hands-on
Sheet Metal Production & Operations Supervisor to oversee materials, quality and the smooth running of operations across three factory locations.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in sheet metal manufacturing or fabrication who can combine technical knowledge with quality control, organisation and team support.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee materials and manufactured products across three factory locations.
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Carry out quality inspections on welding, bending, laser-cut components, paint finishes and completed products.
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Read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
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Ensure customer orders and work orders are completed accurately and to the required quality standards.
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Carry out stock checks and arrange stock replenishment at Factory 2.
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Monitor the flow of materials and finished products throughout the manufacturing process.
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Promote high standards of health and safety, quality and organisation.
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Train and support employees where required.
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Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
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Work closely with colleagues to ensure customer requirements are met.
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Take a hands-on approach and assist wherever needed to support the wider business.
Skills & Experience
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Previous experience in sheet metal manufacturing, fabrication or a similar engineering environment.
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Ability to read and work from technical engineering drawings.
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Strong attention to detail and an understanding of quality control.
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Excellent organisational and time management skills.
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Good communication and people management abilities.
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A proactive, reliable and flexible approach to work.
Desirable experience:
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Experience working with sheet metal, particularly aluminium.
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Knowledge of laser cutting and sheet metal bending machines.
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Experience creating or working with DXF files.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has a keen eye for detail and understands the importance of delivering quality products to customers. You will be organised, practical and proactive, with the confidence to support colleagues, identify improvements and take ownership of day-to-day operational challenges.
If you have a background in sheet metal fabrication and are looking for a varied, hands-on role with opportunities to develop, we would love to hear from you.
To apply: Contact Workforce Recruitment to discuss the opportunity and your experience.
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