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Posted 23 July, 2026

Manufacturing Supervisor

Quest Employment
Northampton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Closing Room Supervisor - ManufacturingLocation: Northampton, NN1Pay Rate: Competitive (DOE)Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am - 4:30pm | Friday, 7:30am - 12:30pmJob Type: Full-timeStart Date: ImmediateClosing Room Supervisor Required - NorthamptonQuest Employment are currently recruiting for an experienced Closing Room Supervisor to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Northampton, NN1.This is a great opportunity for someone with previous supervisory experience within a footwear, garment, textile or manufacturing environment. The role would suit someone who has a strong eye for detail, understands production flow, and can support a team to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.The RoleAs a Closing Room Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the department, ensuring production targets, quality standards and workflow are maintained.Your duties may include:Supervising the Closing Room team and supporting daily productionMonitoring quality standards throughout the departmentCarrying out regular spot checks and ensuring work meets required standardsAllocating work based on team skills, priorities and production needsLiaising with planning, managers and other departments to maintain production flowReporting any production issues or delays promptlySupporting booking in and booking out processes where requiredProviding guidance, support and constructive feedback to team membersEnsuring machinery, equipment and the room are maintained correctlySupporting hands-on production work when requiredPromoting a clean, organised and safe working environmentFollowing all health and safety proceduresWhat Were Looking ForWe are looking for candidates who:Have previous experience in a similar supervisory roleHave experience within footwear, garment, textile or manufacturing environmentsHave strong attention to detail and a quality-focused approachAre confident managing workflow and production prioritiesHave good communication and team leadership skillsCan work closely with other departments and managersAre proactive, organised and able to support change within a departmentAre happy to be hands-on and support production when neededWhats in it for you?Monday to Friday daytime hoursEarly finish every FridayFull-time opportunitySupportive working environmentOpportunity to work with a well-established Northampton manufacturerFactory holiday calendar in placeLong-term career opportunityApply NowIf you are an experienced Closing Room Supervisor looking for your next opportunity in Northampton, apply today with your up-to-date CV.Alternatively, contact Quest Employment Northampton and ask for Tyrelle.Quest Employment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for temporary recruitment.TPBN1_UKTJ