Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor Belfast £50,000 - £55,000 Day Shift | Onsite | Full-Time | Permanent An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead a high-performing production team within a regulated manufacturing environment in Belfast. This role carries significant responsibility, overseeing 30-40 direct reports, with a strong emphasis on people leadership, engagement, and performance management. We are seeking a confident, credible leader who can inspire teams, drive accountability, and deliver operational excellence. The Role As Operations Supervisor, you will: Lead day-to-day production operations, ensuring targets across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Engagement are achieved Oversee and develop a team of 30-40 operators and team leads Drive a strong people-first culture focused on engagement, accountability and performance Plan and allocate labour, materials and equipment to optimise output Monitor KPIs, identify risks early, and implement structured problem-solving actions Lead daily management processes and ensure clear communication through tiered meetings Champion continuous improvement and support structured change initiatives Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain and HR Support workforce planning, recruitment and succession development Maintain a safe, compliant, and positive working environment What We're Looking For 5+ years' experience within a manufacturing or regulated production environment Proven experience managing large teams (30+ direct reports) Strong people management capability - coaching, mentoring and performance development Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives (Lean / Green Belt desirable) Degree-level qualification (Business, Engineering or related field preferred) Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to lead through change and deliver results in a fast-paced environment Why Apply? Competitive salary (£50-55k) Day shift role High-impact leadership position Opportunity to shape culture and drive engagement Clear pathway for progression within a growing operation This is an ideal opportunity for a strong operational leader who thrives on developing people, building high-performing teams, and delivering measurable results. If this role sounds of interest, apply below or reach out confidentially to karl.yellop@vanrath.com INDKY